Big Ten power rankings after Week 1: Oregon moves down after win
Our latest Big Ten football power rankings after Week 1, including where the Oregon Ducks stand and how the conference shifted after Saturday’s games.
The college football season is off to an exciting start, with the Big Ten Conference leading the way. After Week 1, Oregon's power ranking has dropped as they secured a home win against Boise State. Here's an updated look at the Big Ten Power Rankings:
18. Rutgers Scarlet Knights (17) - A 37-21 loss to UMass has relegated the Scarlet Knights to the bottom of the conference.
17. Purdue Boilermakers (18) - A 44-19 victory over Indiana State has the Boilermakers back at the bottom of the conference standings.
16. Michigan State Spartans (15) - A 30-20 win against Toledo demonstrates the Spartans' potential, but their defensive flaws remain concerning.
15. Northwestern Wildcats (16) - A 34-18 win against South Dakota State shows the Wildcats' offensive promise, but their defense remains a question.
14. Maryland Terrapins (14) - A 62-0 win against Hampton highlights the Terrapins' strong ground game, but their October performance remains to be seen.
13. Wisconsin Badgers (13) - The Badgers face a tough test against Notre Dame on Sunday, but they have a chance to keep it competitive.
12. Michigan Wolverines (5) - The Wolverines' controversial 13-12 win over Western Michigan has fans questioning the effectiveness of their new coaching staff.
11. Nebraska Cornhuskers (11) - Anthony Colandrea's Nebraska Cornhuskers have shown promise with a 42-21 win against Ohio, but consistency will be key.
10. UCLA Bruins (12) - With Nico Iamaleava and Wayne Knight shining, the Bruins' impressive 45-24 win over California suggests their hype is well-founded.
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