Ohio State football: Big Ten West Division Week 1 predictions

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Wisconsin (-13) over South Florida

The Badgers will be led again by Jonathan Taylor, the All-American running back who will likely rush for over 2000-yards again and be the best back in the Big Ten.

After a disappointing 2018 season, Charlie Strong returns a veteran team with 15 returning starters. The Bulls could be a surprise in the AAC.

The key for the Wisconsin is stopping running back Jordan Cronkrite who rushed for 1149 yards and nine touchdowns in 2018.

Strong’s first two teams have played well coming out the gate. I think they will play well enough to keep it close, but Taylor wears them down in the fourth to pull away.

Wisconsin wins, but does not cover. Badgers 31-24.

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