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Alabama football vs Wisconsin picks, predictions, odds for Week 3 game

by David Harrison – Chief Editor September 9, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

alabama Favored by Two Touchdowns Against⁣ Wisconsin ‍in Week 3 Matchup

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -‍ Alabama is‌ a importent 17-point favorite over wisconsin heading into their Week 3 college football game⁣ on Saturday,Sept. 13, according to betting lines ⁤analyzed by⁤ Badgers Wire. The game presents a rematch of last season’s contest,where Alabama dominated Wisconsin 42-10 in Madison.

The substantial point spread‌ reflects Alabama’s historical success against the Badgers, coupled with⁣ the advantage of playing at home in Tuscaloosa. Despite personnel changes⁣ on both teams since their last meeting,oddsmakers anticipate another decisive victory for the Crimson‌ Tide,who recently defeated Louisiana-Monroe 42-10. The outcome of this game will be an early indicator of Wisconsin’s progress under new leadership and alabama’s⁣ continued dominance in the SEC.

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe lead the Crimson Tide to victory in the previous encounter, and will again be a‌ key player to watch. The matchup is considered a tough one for Wisconsin, given Alabama’s established program and home-field advantage.

The game is scheduled for September 13th.

September 9, 2025 0 comments

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Ohio State Buckeyes: Day Focuses on Improvement After Win

by David Harrison – Chief Editor September 3, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State coach Ryan Day emphasized advancement across the board following a hard-fought season-opening win‌ against Texas, as the no. 1 Buckeyes prepare to face Grambling State at‍ 3:30 p.m. Saturday in their first-ever meeting. Despite the 20-12 victory, Day highlighted areas needing immediate attention‍ before the matchup with the Tigers, who are coming off a 55-7 win over Langston.

Day stated, “After you come down from the emotion of the game, you get back on the film, you ‌get to work, you⁣ just realize that ⁤there’s so many things that we have to improve⁤ on. That’s‌ what the focus is going to be, irrespective of the ⁤opponent.”

During a press conference Tuesday at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, Day‌ provided an update on defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr., who sustained an injury in the third quarter against Texas. While ⁤Day⁢ did not disclose ‌the specific nature of the injury, he indicated it is not expected to be long-term, noting, “I don’t think I can come out and say what exactly it was, but they took his helmet away, and we’ll evaluate how that is moving forward. But I don’t see it‌ being a long-term injury.” Jackson⁤ walked off the field under his own‍ power after⁤ the injury, which occurred during his first career start.Offensively, Day acknowledged the team’s struggles, with the Buckeyes totaling just 203 yards of⁤ offense – ⁣their ‍lowest output in a game last season. “We need to be more explosive,” ⁤Day said. “We need to get to the second level and make guys miss. ‌We need to space out the passing game.” He also explained that the offense appeared less aggressive due to the quality of the Texas defense and the⁣ game situation, adding, ”When you’re in those moments, you ⁣have to be very, very careful with the football.Possessions were limited.”

Day also ⁣expressed⁣ concern about the team’s start to the second half against Texas, where they ‍gained only ⁣six yards on their opening⁢ drive. “I didn’t like the way we played in the first four minutes of the third quarter,” Day stated. “There’s a lot of things that we can execute better, and if we do, the game could change real fast.” He ultimately viewed the game as a valuable learning experience, saying, “Great ⁣lesson to learn coming out ⁣of a win against an opponent like that.But‍ nonetheless, the issues ⁣are still there.”

September 3, 2025 0 comments

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No doubt Ohio State is top team after Week 1

by David Harrison – Chief Editor September 1, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Ohio State Ascends to No. 1⁢ Following Dominant Week 1 Performances

PASADENA, Calif. – Following a Week‍ 1 marked by critically important upsets and uneven performances from preseason contenders,Ohio State has emerged as the consensus No. 1 team in the nation.The Buckeyes‘ decisive victory, coupled with losses⁢ suffered by previously ranked programs like UCLA and LSU, has reshaped the college football landscape just days into the season.

The shift at the top underscores the volatility of early-season rankings and the high stakes of each game. UCLA,⁤ ranked No.18, ⁢suffered a humbling 43-10 defeat at home ⁢against utah, while LSU ⁤fell 23-3 ⁤at Tulane. These results, alongside other unexpected outcomes, have created an opening for ⁤Ohio State to ⁤seize control of the national conversation and establish itself as the team to beat.

UCLA’s highly⁣ anticipated debut of ⁣quarterback Nico Iamaleava proved disastrous. He completed 11 of 22 passes for 136 yards, ⁣one ‌touchdown, and‍ one‌ interception as utah dominated from start to finish, scoring the first 20 and final 20 points of the game at the Rose Bowl.

LSU’s road loss to Tulane further⁤ complicated the early ‍rankings. The Green Wave’s ⁢23-3 victory demonstrated a significant gap between preseason‌ expectations and on-field reality for the Tigers.

September 1, 2025 0 comments

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Arch Manning Frustrated as Texas Loses to Ohio State

by Emma Walker – News Editor August 31, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Ohio State Defeats Texas in Season Opener, But Both Teams Show Flaws

ARLINGTON, TX – Ohio‌ State defeated Texas ⁤38-17 in a highly ⁤anticipated⁢ season opener saturday, but the performance from both‍ teams left observers questioning their ‍championship potential. While the Buckeyes emerged victorious, ⁢neither program displayed the dominance ‌expected of ‍College Football ⁤Playoff contenders.

The game highlighted the ‍challenges of relying on inexperienced⁢ quarterbacks. Ohio State⁢ utilized‍ both Julian Sayin ⁢and ⁢Lincoln Kienle, with Sayin completing 5-of-8⁢ passes for 72 yards and a ⁢touchdown, and Kienle ⁣going 8-of-12 for 89 yards and a touchdown. however, the⁤ overall passing ‍attack struggled, producing only three explosive plays. Lincoln Manning went 17-of-30 for 206 yards.

“You can’t expect Manning and/or Sayin to walk ‌under center or stand in the shotgun for the first time ⁢in a big time moment, and look ⁢(and play) like a fifth-year‌ senior,” wrote USA TODAY Sports’ Matt Hayes.

Conversely,Texas’s offense also faced difficulties. The Buckeyes’ defense,⁤ led by coordinator Tim Patricia, consistently pressured the quarterback⁢ and effectively covered receivers. Ohio State generated pressure with four and five rushers, mirroring the defensive styles of teams like Wake forest⁤ and Boston College.

Will Howard’s five years of experience at Kansas State were contrasted with the inexperience of the Ohio State quarterbacks. Howard threw 1,202 passes during his⁢ collegiate career and won ‌a Big 12 ⁤championship. Hayes emphasized ⁤the “gigantic value” of that experience, noting that a fifth-year senior possesses a knowledge of defensive‌ schemes that⁤ younger quarterbacks⁤ lack.

Looking ahead, Ohio State’s schedule appears manageable, offering ‍opportunities for Sayin and⁢ receiver Jeremiah Smith to develop chemistry. Texas, though,‌ faces⁣ a⁤ more daunting path, with ⁤upcoming matchups against defenses expected to be as strong ⁤or stronger ⁢than Ohio‍ State’s. The Longhorns’ ⁢schedule may⁤ prove too ⁣challenging to ⁤overcome in pursuit of ‍a CFP berth.”Texas, on the other hand,⁢ has some heavy lifting ahead – against defenses that‌ will be as good or better than ‍Ohio State. And against offenses ⁣that⁣ won’t⁢ struggle to score points,” Hayes noted.

Matt Hayes is the‌ senior⁣ national‍ college football writer for USA ⁢TODAY Sports ⁣Network. Follow him ⁤on X at @MattHayesCFB.

August 31, 2025 0 comments

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Matt Patricia’s Debut: Ohio State Defense Shuts Down Texas

by Emma Walker – News Editor August 31, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Former New England Patriots defensive coordinator and current Ohio State defensive assistant Matt Patricia has reportedly been identified as a key⁣ architect of the Buckeyes‘ defensive game plan against Youngstown State, further fueling the rivalry with Michigan fans.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day praised the defensive plan following the 34-7⁣ victory,⁢ stating, “I thoght the plan coming in was excellent, they kept fighting.” Patricia spent the 2024 ‍season out‌ of‍ coaching, working‍ alongside Bill Belichick in‍ football media, before joining the Ohio State staff. his prior‌ NFL experience includes a stint as a ⁢defensive assistant with ⁣the Philadelphia Eagles in 2023, where he became ⁤the play-caller ⁤late in the season.

The hiring of ⁤Patricia by Ohio State is notably galling to Michigan fans ⁢given his previous association with the Patriots, a ⁣team long disliked by the ⁤Wolverines’ fanbase. patricia won six Super Bowls with New England, including two as defensive coordinator. His presence on the Buckeyes’ staff adds another layer of animosity to a rivalry already steeped in tradition and intensity. Michigan currently holds ‍a four-game win streak over Ohio State,with ⁢the next contest scheduled for Nov. 29 in Ann Arbor. The Buckeyes’‌ defensive improvements under Patricia will be closely scrutinized as ‍the rivalry game approaches.

August 31, 2025 0 comments

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Texas football vs Ohio State picks, predictions, odds for Week 1 game

by David Harrison – Chief Editor August 25, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Texas vs. ⁣Ohio State: week 1‌ College⁢ Football Showdown⁣ – Odds,‍ Predictions, and How‍ to watch

(world-today-news.com) – The college football season kicks off with a bang this ⁤Saturday, August 30th, as the Texas Longhorns travel to Ohio‌ Stadium to face the Ohio State Buckeyes. This highly anticipated matchup, set

August 25, 2025 0 comments

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