Alabama Hosts Wisconsin: Will the Badgers Upset the Crimson Tide on Sep 13, 2025?

No. 19 Alabama will host the unbeaten Wisconsin Badgers on September 13, 2025, at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa. Kickoff is set for 12 p.m. EDT, with national coverage on ABC. This high-profile SEC-Big Ten matchup is a rematch from last season, when the Crimson Tide dominated the Badgers 42-10 in Madison. Both teams enter the game with questions, but Alabama is a heavy favorite by as much as 20.5 points according to major sportsbooks. Wisconsin (2-0) arrives in Tuscaloosa after a 42-10 win over Middle Tennessee. Sophomore quarterback Danny O’Neil was efficient in his first start, passing for 283 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception. However, the Badgers are without starting QB Billy Edwards, who was injured in the opener against Miami (OH). The running game, led by Dilin Jones, has been solid, and the defense has allowed just 10 points through two games. Key redshirt freshmen like Jones and defensive back Omillio Agard have emerged as impact players. Alabama (1-1), under new head coach Kalen DeBoer, rebounded from a disappointing 31-17 loss to Florida State with a 73-0 rout of UL-Monroe. Quarterback Ty Simpson leads the Tide with 480 passing yards and five touchdowns. Receiver Germie Bernard has been a standout with 213 receiving yards and two touchdowns, while running back Kendrick Riley adds balance on the ground. The defense, anchored by linebacker Caleb Alliegro, is expected to challenge Wisconsin’s young offensive line. History favors Alabama at home: the Tide have won 83 consecutive home games against unranked opponents, a streak dating back to 2007. This is only the second time Alabama will host a Big Ten team in Tuscaloosa since Penn State visited in 2010. The series history is limited, with Alabama winning the last two meetings, including a neutral-site win in 2015. Most analysts predict a comfortable Alabama victory. CBS Sports’ Tom Fornelli and ESPN’s analytics both give Alabama a significant edge, with projections such as Alabama 35-17 or 42-21. However, Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell remains optimistic about his team’s chances, focusing on a disciplined performance and improvement ahead of Big Ten play. The Badgers’ goal is to stay competitive and healthy, with a realistic target of keeping the game close and learning from the challenge. For fans, the game will be broadcast on ABC and available for streaming on the ESPN app and Fubo. Radio coverage includes FM-97.3 and AM 920 in Milwaukee, with SiriusXM channels 197 (Wisconsin) and 84 (Alabama). With both teams aiming to make a statement, all eyes will be on Tuscaloosa to see if the Badgers can defy the odds or if Alabama will extend its home dominance. For live updates and expert analysis, follow the coverage on ESPN and stay connected with the latest from Alabama Football and Wisconsin Football.