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Oregon overtakes Ohio State, Indiana and Penn State
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Oregon overtakes Ohio State, Indiana and Penn State

He Oregon Ducks took care of business on the road against the Michigan Wolverines. The Ducks defeated the defending champions 38-17 and improved their record to 9-0.

Who’s behind Oregon in the Big Ten Power Rankings?

The Oregon Ducks kept their undefeated season alive with a wire-to-wire victory over the defending national champion Michigan Wolverines. Oregon is now the unanimous No. 1 ranked team in the AP Poll.

Next game: 9/11 against Maryland

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard (18) celebrates a first rush alongside Penn State Nittany Lions linebacker Kobe

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard (18) celebrates a first run alongside Penn State Nittany Lions linebacker Kobe King (41) during NCAA football game at Stadium Beaver in University Park, Pennsylvania, on Monday, November 4, 2024. Ohio State won 20-13. / Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Ohio State He earned his best win of the season at Penn State on Saturday. The Buckeyes held the Nittany Lions up 10 points and were still able to win 20-13. Ohio State’s offense still hasn’t lived up to expectations, but that defense showed up in a big way.

Next game: 11/9 vs. Purdue

Early on against Michigan State, it looked like the miraculous undefeated season was coming to an end as the Hoosiers fell 10-0. Never mind that, Indiana scored 47 straight points and absolutely dominated to improve their record to 9-0. If they win 2 of their last 3 regular season games, a College Football Playoffs The place should be a lock.

Next game: 9/11 against Michigan

What a disappointing loss for Penn State. The Nittany Lions got off to a great start at home against Ohio State, but couldn’t finish the game. Coach James Franklin is still searching for that signature regular-season win.

Next game: 9/11 against Washington

November 2, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, United States; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Kerry Brown (14) celebrates a stop against th

November 2, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, United States; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Kerry Brown (14) celebrates a stop against the Illinois Fighting Illini during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images / Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

There aren’t many teams that play better than Minnesota. The Gophers extended their winning streak to four games with a road loss to Illinois.

Next game: 9/11 at Rutgers

Illinois finally lost a game they were supposed to win. Before Saturday, the Illini’s two losses came at Penn State and Oregon. They lost to Minnesota at home and lost a spot because of it.

Next game: 11/16 vs. Michigan State

This is not the same Iowa team from years past. These Hawkeyes can score. Iowa has scored 40 or more points in its last three wins, including its most recent win over Wisconsin, 42-10.

Next game: 8/11 at UCLA

There isn’t much to say about Michigan that hasn’t been said before. The quarterback position remains an issue, although it seemed more competent in its 38-17 loss against Oregon. They won’t fall too far because of who they played against.

Next game: 9/11 in Indiana

November 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, United States; Washington Huskies pass Lance Holtzclaw (10) celebrates after a fourth inning

November 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, United States; Washington Huskies edge Lance Holtzclaw (10) celebrates after a fourth turnover by the USC Trojans during the fourth quarter at Alaska Airlines Field in Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images / Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

It seems crazy to put Washington at No. 9, but this is a current power ranking and there are no nine better teams in the Big Ten right now than Washington. They beat USC and improved their record to 5-4. If they want to stay in the top ten, they can prove it by having a good performance against Penn State next week.

Next game: 9/11 at Penn State

Once upon a time, the 2024 Nebraska Cornhuskers were 5-1. Three weeks later, they have lost three straight games and are still fighting to secure a bowl bid. Losing at home to UCLA can’t happen. They have a week off before going to USC.

Next game: 11/16 at USC

Eliminated from the rankings: Wisconsin Badgers

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