The college football season kicks off with a high‑profile clash at Lambeau Field, where the University of Notre Dame faces the University of Wisconsin in a game that marks the first college football contest at the iconic venue in a decade.
Notre Dame arrives as a 20.5‑point favorite, powered by quarterback CJ Carr, who leads a talented roster, and a defense anchored by Leonard Moore and Boubacar Traore, a unit that ranked among the nation’s top five in EPA per pass and rush last season.
Wisconsin will start with Colton Joseph, whose 65.1% adjusted completion rate places him among the least efficient quarterbacks in high‑pressure situations, and a defense ranked 35th by SP+ that lacks the star power of its opponent’s front seven.
Nevertheless, the Badgers have compiled a perfect 7‑0 record as underdogs in their last seven outings, a trend that suggests they can compete despite the odds.
A Milestone at Lambeau Field
This historic opening at Lambeau Field, not seen in ten years, adds a unique backdrop to the matchup, drawing attention from fans and analysts alike.
Betting lines show a heavy moneyline tilt toward Notre Dame, while the over/under sits at 46.5 points, with analysts expecting the Irish to cover the spread by up to 22.5 points.