OSU/Wisconsin

[mattrud]

What are everyone's thoughts on OSU/Wisconsin?

I bet this one immediately when I saw it at OSU -2, but I see now that it's up to -4.

OSU is inarguably the much more talented team, and has only lost on the road to Kansas (sans Sullinger), the crazy Indiana game and the uncharacteristic Illinois loss.

OSU hasn't had a signature road win yet, but I don't think there's really anything behind that. This is a HUGE game for both teams, and while the Wisky crowd will be fired up, I just have to think the talent/athleticism wins out here, it's a pretty big mismatch.

IMO, Wisconsin is a near-elite team, but one that struggles to beat elite teams. I've had much success the past few years fading Wisconsin in the tourney or against top teams because, to me, it seems like they excel in out-disciplining most teams, but find it tough to beat an ultra-focused, more talented team (like in the tourney).

Wisky has had a great year so far, but I just can't see them beating the most talented team in the country in such a big game.

[Beyond the Bets]

Love Wisconsin at +4.

[SkyBlues42]

(02-04-2012 11:18 AM)mattrud Wrote:  Wisky has had a great year so far, but I just can't see them beating the most talented team in the country in such a big game.

You've obviously never watched Temple play.

Anyways..

I like Ohio State in this one as well. Not sure Wisconsin has the right players to match up with the Buckeyes. They play great defense, but Ohio State has been winning their conference games by a wide margin and I don't think the Badgers will be able to score enough.