Spring football is officially in the rearview mirror as of Apr. 30 for the Big Ten Conference which means we shift our focus to the upcoming season.
Last year it was the Michigan Wolverines and Iowa Hawkeyes that squared off in the title game that took place at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Could we see a return matchup or will the Ohio State Buckeyes take back their throne in the East?
Much like they always do, the Buckeyes are viewed as one of the top teams in the Big Ten and in the nation. Jim Harbaugh finally got over the hump and led the Wolverines to the College Football Playoffs. Heading into 2022, the game should prove who will hold Big Ten East supremacy.
In the West, it will likely come down to the Hawkeyes once again, if they can hold off the Wisconsin Badgers. In a preview of the upcoming football season we break down the biggest question for every conference team.
Big Ten East: Indiana Hoosiers
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After back-to-back winning seasons under Tom Allen, the Hoosiers came back down to earth in 2021 with a 2-10 (0-9) campaign. It didn’t help when Michael Penix Jr only lasted five games and the team had to rely on a backup quarterback. In all, four different quarterbacks saw time under center. Without a consistent signal caller, it puts your team at a disadvantage.
Can former Missouri quarterback Connor Bazelak be the consistent passer for the team in 2022? He finished off his SEC career with a 66.3 completion percentage, 5,058 passing yards, and a touchdown-interception ratio of 23-17. Bazelak could be the biggest question and answer on how the Hoosiers perform in 2022. – Patrick Conn, College Wire Regional Editor
Big Ten East: Maryland Terrapins
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Can the Terps be physical enough in Big Ten play? Maryland has struggled with depth and toughness every time it has hit Big Ten play. They look formidable in the…
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