There were some slight changes to my power rankings this week, including at the top spot in the Big Ten. I went back and forth on a few of these changes but am happy to know that the top spot in the Big Ten power rankings is about to be settled on the field this weekend.
There is a clear separation at the top with the top two teams, and I would not argue if you wanted to flip-flop my top two picks. Penn State appears to be clearly in the second tier of the current Big Ten structure all by themselves, although the offensive concerns may have them closer to Iowa than Michigan and Ohio State after another sluggish performance from the offense.
This coming week will not only determine the top spot in the Big Ten power rankings, but also the bottom spot. On the opposite end of the Big Ten spectrum this week from Michigan and Ohio State’s big rivalry game will be the Indiana-Purdue game. The worst record in the Big Ten for the 2023 season is officially on the line.
Here is a look at my updated power rankings for the Big Ten as we enter the final week of the regular season.
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Last game: Lost at Northwestern, 23-16
Previous ranking: 14
Purdue was held scoreless in the first half at Northwestern and was never able to catch up. While their former coach is off to the ACC championship game with Louisville, the Boilermakers are nearly done scuffling through this tough season.
Next up for Purdue: vs. Indiana
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Last game: Lost vs. Michigan State, 24-21
Previous ranking: 12
The Hoosiers came up oin the losing end of a game against Michigan State to lock in their last place finish in the Big Ten East this season. They will face in-state rival Purdue next week to try and avoid having the worst record in the Big Ten this season.
Next up for Indiana: at Purdue
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Last game: Won at Indiana, 24-21
Previous ranking: 13
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