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Big Ten's Weak Week 1 Schedule: A Conference Exposed?
3 Sep
Summary
- Big Ten teams face unimposing Week 1 opponents.
- Several teams have new quarterbacks or key transfers.
- Ohio State faces Ball State before a tougher Texas game.
The Big Ten conference faces scrutiny for its Week 1 non-conference schedule, with matchups against teams like Marshall, UAB, and Ball State. This slate offers little insight into the conference's true strength. Illinois welcomes transfer Katin Houser to replace Luke Altmyer under coach Bret Bielema. Nebraska's offense is expected to be more dynamic with new quarterback Anthony Colandrea.
Iowa anticipates a significant impact from transfer wide receiver Tony Diaz. Penn State, under James Franklin, is projected for another solid but uncertain season, starting against Marshall. Washington's rivalry game against Washington State is highlighted, with quarterback Demond Williams Jr. expected to perform. Michigan, under new coaching, appears strong but will face a true test against Oklahoma in Week 2.
USC's freshman receivers, Trent Mosley and Kayden Dixon-Wyatt, showed promise in a victory. Indiana, with a strong portal class and returning players, feels overlooked in the AP poll. Oregon faces a critical year under Dan Lanning, with Dante Moore returning. Ohio State begins its season at home against Ball State, a game expected to be a blowout before their trip to Austin.
