
Badgers’ Ascent: Why Wisconsin Deserves a Higher Big Ten Rank
Wisconsin's offseason activity, from portal acquisitions to staff enhancements, positions the program to outperform expectations ahead of rivals like Northwestern, UCLA, and Nebraska.
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Wisconsin's offseason activity, from portal acquisitions to staff enhancements, positions the program to outperform expectations ahead of rivals like Northwestern, UCLA, and Nebraska.

From Penn State's potential upset over Ohio State to West Coast teams eyeing the championship, the upcoming Big Ten season promises twists that could redefine college football narratives.

Analysts outline five daring forecasts for the upcoming college football season, from Penn State outpacing Ohio State to Michigan State’s bowl breakthrough.

The 2026 schedule pits Big 12 teams against top opponents early, offering a glimpse of playoff contention and testing new storylines.

After a 4‑8 season, Michigan State looks to rebuild under Pat Fitzgerald, with Milivojevic, McCray, Hall and others poised for a 2026 resurgence.

After a 4‑8 season in 2025, Michigan State is banking on quarterback Alessio Milivojevic, head coach Pat Fitzgerald and a revamped roster to climb back into contention.

Northwestern’s football program is preparing for a challenging 2026 slate that includes matchups against Oregon, Iowa and Ohio State. New offensive coordinator Chip Kelly, quarterback Aidan Chiles and a strengthened running back corps bring fresh energy, while the construction of a new Ryan Field promises a more intimate fan experience. The coaching staff, led by head coach David Braun, believes these changes could translate into a competitive season and a potential 8‑4 or 9‑3 record.

The Ducks have announced dates, venues and broadcast details for their first three non‑conference games of 2026, along with a Halloween matchup against Northwestern.

The latest Big Ten power rankings spotlight Ohio State’s dominance, Oregon’s resurgence, and a host of other contenders as the 2026 season approaches.

A look at Iowa's secondary as the 2026 season approaches, focusing on Deshaun Lee, Rashad Godfrey and the new CASH role for Jacob Wallace.

The latest wave of transfers brings fresh talent to programs across the nation, promising significant on‑field impact.

The Hawkeyes open against Northern Illinois on Sept. 5, then face a gauntlet of Big Ten powerhouses, with transfers, coaching changes and unanswered questions shaping the narrative.

Under new head coach Pat Fitzgerald, Michigan State hopes to break a four‑year bowl drought. The 2026 slate features a mix of manageable early games and high‑profile contests against national championship contenders.

The latest forecast from Sports Illustrated assigns confidence ratings to every projected Big Ten quarterback for the 2026 season, highlighting both locked‑in starters and unsettled races.