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Wisconsin Hosts Maryland in Big Ten Opener as Edwards’ Status Remains Uncertain

Turnover risks in Wisconsin’s passing game face a Maryland defense that has piled up interceptions.

Maryland’s DeJuan Williams reacts after carrying the ball in the first half against Towson University at SECU Stadium. (Kim Hairston/staff).
Injured Wisconsin quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. (9) is shown during the second quarter of the game against Middle Tennessee Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Camp Randall Stadium in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Overview

  • Kickoff is Saturday at noon ET at Camp Randall Stadium, with coverage on NBC and streaming on Peacock.
  • Former Terps quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. is a gametime decision after a knee injury, leaving Danny O’Neil likely to lead Wisconsin with 520 passing yards, five touchdowns and four interceptions on 72% completions.
  • Maryland has allowed 33 points through three games and leads the FBS with seven interceptions, yielding 11 points per game.
  • Wisconsin’s defense has been stout against the run, allowing an adjusted 1.9 yards per carry and limiting Alabama to 72 rushing yards.
  • After a 38-10 loss at Alabama and last season’s bowl miss, local analysis frames this matchup as close to a must-win for Wisconsin’s bowl path, with Maryland still seeking its first win over the Badgers in five tries.