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Indiana's Cignetti Tops Big Ten Coach Rankings
5 Aug
Summary
- Curt Cignetti is the new No. 1 ranked coach in the Big Ten.
- Indiana won a national title, boosting Cignetti's profile.
- Ryan Day's Ohio State ranked second after a 12-2 season.
Curt Cignetti of Indiana has claimed the top spot in the Big Ten coach rankings for the upcoming 2026 season, following his national championship victory. This achievement places him ahead of Ohio State's Ryan Day, who is now ranked second. Day's Buckeyes finished their 2025 season with a 12-2 record, a success overshadowed by late-season losses.
Other notable coaches include Dan Lanning of Oregon at third, aiming for a national title, and Kyle Whittingham, who takes over at Michigan. Matt Campbell joins Penn State, while Lincoln Riley's USC faces a crucial season. Established figures like Kirk Ferentz at Iowa and Bret Bielema at Illinois also feature in the top half of the rankings, showcasing the depth of coaching talent within the conference.
