What did we study this week? Clearly, the FBS is a step above the FCS. That’s normally a given nevertheless it was once more confirmed because the Massive Ten averaged a 56-7 victory in 5 video games in opposition to FCS groups. However the hole between the Massive Ten and non-power conferences is giant too. B1G groups averaged a 43-12 victory in 8 video games in opposition to FBS groups outdoors of the Massive 12, ACC, and SEC. In order that leaves 5 video games in opposition to the massive conferences, the place the Massive Ten averaged a 36-20 victory, although largely carried by Oregon’s demolishing of Oklahoma State. On the finish of the day, expertise issues and exhibits the distinction between main conferences and smaller ones. So how will we stack up the groups within the main conferences? Discover out right here as Travis and I every try to type out the facility of the Massive Ten:Travis:
1. #1 Ohio State Buckeyes (-)
Final Week: Gained 70-0 vs Grambling StateWeek 3 Matchup: Vs Ohio (1-1)
So OSU has performed the, then, #1 ranked staff within the nation and an FCS staff. We didn’t study very a lot in regards to the Buckeyes this week apart from they’ll punch down nicely. Clearly, they aren’t the one Massive Ten staff that may accomplish that feat however I can’t fault them for it.
Final Week: Gained 69-3 vs Oklahoma StateWeek 3 Matchup: At Northwestern (1-1)
This beatdown was in opposition to a Massive 12 staff because the Geese have been in full pressure. They’re knocking on OSU’s proper now and will realistically cross the Buckeyes in the event that they win their subsequent three video games, together with the massive one at Penn State.
3. #2 Penn State Nittany Lions (-1)
Final Week: Gained 34-0 vs Florida InternationalWeek 3 Matchup: Vs Villanova (1-0)
Ah sure, we now have reached our first ‘was this blowout sufficient of a blowout to take care of your energy rating’. The reply was no for maintaining above Oregon however sure to staying above Illinois, barely
4. #9 Illinois Combating Illini (-)
Final Week: Gained 45-19 at DukeWeek 3 Matchup: Vs Western Michigan (0-2)
Illinois confirmed out at Duke and seems to have solidified itself as a contender within the Massive Ten this yr. After all, we’ll know when Illinois travels to Indiana and hosts Ohio State, however these seem like the one true checks of their convention slate.
Final Week: Gained 59-20 vs Georgia SouthernWeek 3 Matchup: At Purdue (2-0)
The offense once more took off for the Trojans however everyone knows that the offense has by no means been the issue for Lincoln Riley. Can they preserve the offense buzzing in opposition to an influence convention foe this week? Moreover, will the Trojans be capable of present progress on the defensive facet of the ball in comparison with earlier seasons?
6. #23 Michigan Wolverines (-1)
Final Week: Misplaced 24-13 at #18 OklahomaWeek 3 Matchup: Vs Central Michigan (1-1)
A freshman QB in a hostile street atmosphere went about in addition to anticipated for Michigan, however Justice Haynes seems like a star for the Wolverines. Now, Michigan will get to come back dwelling and take their anger out on a MAC staff.
7. Nebraska Cornhuskers (+2)
Final Week: Gained 68-0 vs AkronWeek 3 Matchup: Vs Houston Christian (1-1)
We’ve got to be a bit of weary of the opponent, however that was nonetheless a formidable exhibiting from the Huskers. Dylan Raiola seemed pretty much as good as he ever has (once more, in opposition to a foul Akron staff) and the sport was over halfway by the second quarter. Nebraska will get midway to a bowl sport this week however their sights in all probability are increased as soon as convention season begins.
8. # 22 Indiana Hoosiers (-)
Final Week: Gained 56-9 vs Kennesaw StateWeek 3 Matchup: Vs Indiana State (2-0) (Friday)
This was a 21-9 sport early within the third earlier than IU dropped the ultimate 35 factors of the sport. Which may be a bit of regarding as every sport in opposition to clearly lesser expertise, IU has struggled out of the gate. That’s onerous to make up come convention season however fortunately for the Hoosiers, they’ve yet another cupcake sport to appropriate it.
9. Washington Huskies (+2)
Final Week: Gained 70-10 vs UC DavisWeek 3 Matchup: BYE
One out of each three Jonah Coleman rushes was for a landing and he averaged practically 7.5 yards per try. The Huskies rolled at dwelling and can get the week off to prep for his or her journey to Washington State (they actually will likely be prepping for Ohio State coming to city in 2 weeks).
10. Minnesota Golden Gophers (+2)
Final Week: Gained 66-0 vs Northwestern StateWeek 3 Matchup: At California (2-0)
Once more, a schlacking of an FCS staff teaches us little or no nevertheless it was 59-0 at halftime and the sport was even referred to as because of climate with half 1 / 4 remaining. Goldy will likely be examined at Cal this week.
Final Week: Misplaced 16-13 at #16 Iowa StateWeek 3 Matchup: Vs Massachusetts (0-2)
The Hawkeyes in all probability don’t need to drop 4 spots after shedding at Iowa State however for a program that refuses to regulate to deliver itself into the highest 4 of the Massive Ten, you would possibly as nicely be eleventh.
12. Michigan State Spartans (+2)
Final Week: Gained 42-40 (2OT) vs Boston CollegeWeek 3 Matchup: Vs Youngstown State (2-0)
A gritty backwards and forwards victory for Sparty could spark some momentum as soon as it’s performed with Youngstown State. Aidan Chiles seemed spectacular scoring 5 touchdowns and having zero turnovers. Contemplating it was a win in opposition to an ACC staff, this win could look higher over time.
13. Maryland Terrapins (-3)
Final Week: Gained 20-9 vs Northern IllinoisWeek 3 Matchup: Vs Townson (2-0)
The Terps got here again right down to Earth final week as they beat a staff that struggled to win in opposition to Holy Cross. Malik Washington nonetheless had a good sport however Maryland needed to claw for this one. They shouldn’t have to subsequent week in opposition to Townson at the least.
14. Wisconsin Badgers (-1)
Final Week: Gained 42-10 vs Center Tennessee StateWeek 3 Matchup: At #19 Alabama (1-1)
A greater exhibiting this week by the Wiscy offense as that they had an entire week to get reps for Danny O’Neil. Billy Edwards Jr is usually possible out once more because the Badgers head to Alabama nevertheless it is probably not fairly irrespective of who’s in at QB.
15. Rutgers Scarlet Knights (-)
Final Week: Gained 45-17 vs Miami (OH)Week 3 Matchup: Vs Norfolk State (1-1)
A significantly better exhibiting in opposition to a MAC staff this week will get Rutgers to 2-0. like others above, a sport in opposition to an FCS opponent ought to get them midway to bowl eligibility earlier than convention season begins.
16. Purdue Boilermakers (-)
Final Week: Gained 34-17 vs Southern IllinoisWeek 3 Matchup: Vs USC (2-0)
Nope, it was not fairly as fairly because the week prior however Purdue managed to attain 27 unanswered factors in opposition to SIU to drag away with the house victory. Now the video games finish as USC involves city this week adopted by a visit to South Bend to tackle Notre Dame. Issues might go sideways in a rush for the Boilermakers in the event that they aren’t ready.
17. Northwestern Wildcats (+1)
Final Week: Gained 42-7 vs Western IllinoisWeek 3 Matchup: Vs Oregon (2-0)
Enjoying an FCS staff is normally a breathe of recent air after a tricky loss and this was no totally different for Northwestern. That air possible gained’t final lengthy although as Oregon goes to the soccer stadium this week.
Final Week: Misplaced 30-23 at UNLVWeek 3 Matchup: Vs New Mexico (1-1) (Friday)
UCLA legitimately has an offense that could be a one-man band. Nico Iamaleava has led the Bruins in each passing yards and speeding yards in each losses this season and has contributed to all 3 of UCLA’s touchdowns. He additionally has double the speeding makes an attempt as an different participant on the staff. On protection, UCLA has but to pressure a turnover and has allowed 10 touchdowns in two video games. Possibly the Bruins can go throughout city and borrow some touchdowns from USC.
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