Wisconsin vs Penn State Picks and Predictions for Saturday, September 26th, 2026

By: Cameron Ross Published 09/25/2026, 01:54 PM ET

Wisconsin vs Penn State Game Information

The Wisconsin Badgers will be on the road for the first time this season this week, facing the Penn State Nittany Lions at Beaver Stadium and University Park, PA, at 5:00 PM. Wisconsin has won 2 of its first 3 games this season, riding a 2-game winning streak into Saturday. The Penn State Nittany Lions, ranked #13 in the nation, will return home Saturday undefeated through 3 games after a 42-point win last week. For more College Action, see our College Football Picks.

Wisconsin Preview

Colton Joseph leads Wisconsin this season with 752 yards and 5 touchdowns on 54 completions, along with 82 yards and 1 score on 25 carries. Joseph has thrown 2 interceptions through 85 attempts. Abu Sama III leads the Badgers with 156 yards and 1 touchdown on 23 carries, while Darrion Dupree has added 82 yards and 2 scores on 16 attempts. Tyrell Henry leads Wisconsin with 293 yards and 1 touchdown on 22 catches. Chris Brooks Jr. has contributed 168 yards and 2 scores on 8 receptions.

Penn State Preview

Rocco Becht leads Penn State this season with 751 yards and 9 touchdowns on 45 completions without throwing an interception. Alex Manske has completed 9 passes for 102 yards. Carson Hansen leads the Nittany Lions with 169 yards and 1 touchdown on 35 carries. Quinton Martin Jr. has added 138 yards and 1 score on 20 attempts, while James Peoples has produced 132 yards and 2 touchdowns on 23 carries. Koby Howard leads the receiving corps with 344 yards and 2 scores on 12 catches.

Wisconsin vs Penn State Pick

Wisconsin’s offense looked impressive against Eastern Michigan, but Penn State presents a much greater challenge. The Nittany Lions should pressure Joseph and prevent Henry from consistently creating explosive plays downfield. Becht has been extremely efficient, throwing 9 touchdowns without an interception while distributing the football throughout the offense. Penn State also has several productive running backs capable of keeping Wisconsin’s defense on the field. Look for the Nittany Lions to create separation during the second half and cover the home spread. Both offenses have enough playmakers to send the matchup over the total.

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  • Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions -10
  • Secondary: Over 45.5

Final Score Prediction: Penn State Nittany Lions win and cover 31-17.

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