Wisconsin Badgers face Big Ten's weakest teams in 2026 schedule

The Wisconsin Badgers are set to play the Big Ten's four weakest teams in the 2026 college football season, according to the preseason media poll released on July 27. Their first conference home game is scheduled against Michigan State on October 3. The Badgers are expected to enter this game with a record of 3-1 or 2-2, after facing tough opponents like Notre Dame and Penn State. Wisconsin’s challenging stretch will occur from November 7 to November 21, where they host No. 17 Rutgers and play No. 15 Maryland and No. 18 Purdue on the road.

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