The Wisconsin Badgers are headed for arguably the most important game of the season. Sure, it feels like we say that every week, but if you asked any Badger fan which game they would want to win the most between UCLA, USC, and Iowa, it would be this one: the rivalry against the Hawkeyes. The schedule also gets a lot more manageable for the Badgers after this one.
Wisconsin fans really want to see Luke Fickell take down the Kirk Ferentz Hawkeyes. Saturday will have fans tuned in all the way.
Here's all the details you will want to know, it's a Game Day Guide.
How to watch Wisconsin vs. Iowa in Week 9
- Date: Saturday, October 31
- Time: 11:00 a.m. CT
- Venue: Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City, Iowa
- How to Watch (TV): FOX
- Streaming: fubo TV and FoxOne
- Wisconsin record: 5-2 (3-1 Big Ten)
- Iowa record: 5-2 (2-2 Big Ten)
Another big-time game on a national network. This time, FOX picks up the game as the Big Noon Kickoff. Typically reserved for arguably their best game of the week. For fans of either team, the good news is that it's easy to watch.
Announcers for Wisconsin vs. Iowa
- Play-by-play: Gus Johnson
- Analyst: Joel Klatt
- On-field: Jenny Taft
This the top crew for FOX and while Gus Johnson has had some growing frustrations from fans this season, he's still considered one of the top play-by-play announcers in the sport.
Wisconsin vs. Iowa odds, spread and total
Odds provided by FanDuel Sportsbook
Moneyline
- Iowa -160
- Wisconsin +132
Spread
- Iowa -3.5 (-100)
- Wisconsin +3.5 (-122)
Total
- 36.5 (over -110/under -110)
Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.
The most interesting part of the above information is the over/under. It's remarkably low and should make any fan of the Big Ten West smile. The first team to 19 points wins? Count us in.
Wisconsin injury report
The first availability report will drop later today, Wednesday, October 28. The Badgers have remained very healthy throughout this year, and that's some good news considering how it's been the last few years for Wisconsin.
Iowa injury report
The big news for Iowa came out earlier this week when Kamari Moulton was ruled out for the rest of the season. That's their top running back and will certainly change the dynamics of the game.
Weather forecast in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City looks to be in good shape for football on Halloween. There's a chance of some rain, but with a high of 64 degrees, the sun should be breaking through.
Wisconsin and Iowa series history
Wisconsin goes from one of the youngest matchups to one of the oldest. Last week's game against USC was a reminder of what's new in the Big Ten. But for Iowa and Wisconsin, this one goes all the way back to 1894 (Wisconsin won that one 44-0). This game on Saturday will be the 100th meeting all-time between Wisconsin and Iowa.
- All-time meetings: 99
- Wisconsin all-time record vs. USC: 49-48-2
- Last meeting: 10/11/2025, 37-0 LOSS
The last few years have not been kind to Wisconsin in this rivalry, as the Hawkeyes have won four straight. Luke Fickell is looking to finally get the Heartland Trophy back.
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