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Indiana Football pulled off a heart-stopping victory at Penn State, keeping their perfect season alive with a last-second touchdown catch by Omar Cooper. The Hoosiers' dramatic 27-24 win showcased why Fernando Mendoza belongs in the Heisman conversation, leading an 80-yard drive with no timeouts and under two minutes remaining. We break down all the weekend's Big Ten action in rapid-fire fashion,...

Oregon Ducks football survived a heart-stopping thriller at Kinnick Stadium, escaping Iowa with an 18-16 victory on a last-second field goal in brutal weather conditions. The Hawkeyes nearly pulled off the upset of the day before Atticus Sappington's 39-yarder sealed the win with just seconds remaining. We break down how Oregon's ground game dominated despite Iowa's stingy rush defense, the contro...

Fernando Mendoza just delivered one of the most clutch performances of the college football season, leading the Indiana Hoosiers to a stunning 27-24 comeback victory at Penn State. The undefeated Hoosiers improved to 10-0 in dramatic fashion, with Mendoza orchestrating a game-winning drive in the final two minutes that culminated in Omar Cooper's incredible toe-tap touchdown catch with 36 seconds...

The Big Ten Conference playoff picture just got a lot more complicated, and we're breaking down every angle as Oregon faces a must-win situation at Iowa while Indiana looks to stay perfect against Penn State. With the College Football Playoff committee's controversial rankings shaking up the conference hierarchy, several teams are fighting for their postseason lives in Week 11. We preview all seve...

Did Urban Meyer actually interview for the Penn State football job—and did the Nittany Lions turn him down? Stunning reports suggest conversations took place between Meyer and Penn State officials before breaking down over NIL discussions, raising questions about whether the legendary coach was ever truly in the mix to replace James Franklin. We break down the latest Vegas odds on Penn State's nex...

The Ohio State Buckeyes, Indiana Hoosiers and Oregon Ducks are all representing the Big Ten well in the first edition of the College Football Playoff rankings. What do the rankings say about the state of the conference? Then, a Week 11 preview covering the biggest games set to take place this weekend.   Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/talkbig10   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 http...

Can #2 Indiana football survive the sleeping giant at Penn State's Beaver Stadium? The Hoosiers face a desperate Nittany Lions squad still loaded with NFL-caliber talent, playing before 107,000 screaming fans with everything to prove after their season collapsed. We break down why Curt Cignetti's team can't overlook this trap game despite Penn State's struggles, examining the Hoosiers' injury conc...

Michigan State basketball and Arkansas basketball collide in a ranked showdown that brings together two legendary coaches—Tom Izzo and John Calipari—at the Breslin Center. This marks the first ranked non-conference matchup at Michigan State since Duke visited in 2019, and the stakes couldn't be higher for both programs. We break down the Razorbacks' explosive freshman duo of Darius Acuff Junior an...

The BYU Cougars face a huge test this weekend vs Texas Tech. Also, the Texas A&M Aggies are looking to avoid letdown against Missouri, who is starting a new quarterback. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash With DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only...

The Big Ten Conference power rankings just got a major shakeup, and we're breaking down why Indiana Hoosiers football deserves the top spot over the Ohio State Buckeyes despite what the College Football Playoff committee says. With Oregon Ducks dropping to ninth after their lack of quality wins and Iowa Hawkeyes finally cracking the top 20, the race for playoff positioning has never been more crit...

The Oregon Ducks face their most dangerous game of the season Saturday at Iowa, and a loss could knock them out of College Football Playoff contention entirely. The newly released CFP rankings have Oregon at No. 9—lower than expected—while Iowa checks in at No. 20, setting up a must-win showdown at Kinnick Stadium that could reshape the entire Big Ten playoff picture. We break down why the committ...

The Big Ten Conference might face a serious problem when the first College Football Playoff rankings drop tonight. With Ohio State, Indiana, and Oregon sitting pretty in the top six, the real concern is whether Michigan, USC, Iowa, and Washington can climb from their current positions outside the top 20 into playoff contention. We break down why starting at number 21 or 27 might be too far back wi...

Michigan Wolverines football secured a 21-16 home victory against Purdue, but the narrow margin exposed serious concerns about their passing attack. Despite a 7-2 record, quarterback Bryce Underwood's performance—13 completions for 145 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception—raises questions about whether the Wolverines can compete with elite Big Ten opponents. We break down why Michigan's pa...

Ohio State football and Indiana football are dominating the Big Ten Conference like no other teams in the country, with the Buckeyes and Hoosiers on a collision course for the Big Ten championship game. Julian Sayin continues his Heisman campaign with another 300-yard, four-touchdown performance against Penn State, while the Nittany Lions' historic collapse reaches new lows under their interim coa...

Ohio State football just made a statement against Penn State, and the Big Ten landscape shifted dramatically in Week 11. The Buckeyes' dominant 38-14 victory keeps them at #1, while Penn State becomes the first team ever ranked as high as #2 in the preseason to lose five straight games during the season. We break down every single Big Ten matchup from the weekend in just 10 minutes—from Indiana's...

Ohio State football and Indiana football are on a collision course for the Big Ten Championship after dominant performances that started slow but finished strong. The Buckeyes dismantled Penn State 38-14 behind Julian Sayin's four touchdown passes, while the Hoosiers crushed Maryland 55-10 after overcoming early struggles. With the College Football Playoff committee releasing their first rankings...

Week 10 of Big Ten football brings the most anticipated matchup of the season as #1 Ohio State hosts Penn State in Columbus, but the Nittany Lions' four-game losing streak has completely changed the narrative around this showdown. Can the Nittany Lions snap out of their nightmare against the defending national champions, or will the Buckeyes cruise to another dominant victory? We break down all si...

Matt Rhule just signed a two-year extension with Nebraska Football through 2032, shutting down any speculation about him leaving for Penn State. The Cornhuskers head coach's buyout jumped from $5 million to $15 million, effectively removing him from the coaching carousel as major programs search for new leadership. We break down what this extension means for Nebraska's future and why Rhule chose t...

Though this weekend is not as hectic as it could have a few weeks ago, on paper, there is still plenty to break down ahead of the Big 10's Week 10. The Ohio State Buckeyes will host the Penn State Nittany Lions. The Indiana Hoosiers are traveling to the DMV to take on the Maryland Terrapins. Our predictions for those games and more on the Big 10 Squad.   Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/talkbig10  ...

The Cincinnati Bearcats are legitimate, but have a big test vs the Utah Utes. Also, the Texas Longhorns can't afford a loss this weekend vs Vanderbilt. And Brian Kelly has been fired by the LSU Tigers. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Peloton Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at  https://www.onepeloton.com . DoorDash With Door...

Could Urban Meyer be heading to Penn State? The legendary coach's recent meeting with Pennsylvania Senator Dave McCormick has sparked intense speculation about the Nittany Lions' vacant head coaching position. Meyer checks every box for a program desperate to win championships, but does he really want to return to the grind of college football in the NIL and transfer portal era? We break down why...

Ohio State football faces a trap game that nobody saw coming. What was supposed to be Penn State's breakthrough moment has turned into a dangerous opportunity for the Nittany Lions to salvage their collapsed season against the nation's number one team. We break down why the Buckeyes should be worried despite Penn State's three-game losing streak and James Franklin's firing. The talent that made Pe...

Indiana Hoosiers football just claimed the top spot in our Big Ten power rankings, and we're making a bold prediction: they'll debut at #1 in the College Football Playoff rankings next week, ahead of Ohio State. The Hoosiers' dominant road victory over then-top-five Oregon carries more weight than the Buckeyes' early-season win against Texas, and their 60-point demolition of Illinois proves they'r...

LSU fires Brian Kelly after just three and a half seasons, and once again Dan Lanning's name surfaces as a top coaching target. Why does the Oregon Ducks coach keep getting linked to every major SEC opening, and why won't he leave Eugene? We break down the coaching carousel chaos hitting college football and explain why Lanning isn't going anywhere despite LSU reportedly wanting him as their next...

Michigan football's ground game dominated Michigan State in a 262-yard rushing performance that could propel the Wolverines into College Football Playoff contention. Justice Haynes and Jordan Marshall combined for three touchdowns as Michigan ran the ball 49 times in their 31-20 victory over the Spartans. We break down how Michigan's rushing attack mirrors their championship formula, while Indiana...