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Reactions to Week 15 CFP Rankings Before Conference Championship Games + Clark Lea's Terrible SEC Bias Comments 51:19

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College football playoff News! JR and Zach go off on the latest college football rankings instant reactions — Alabama jumps Notre Dame, Miami gets screwed again, SEC bias fully exposed, and the committee protects five SEC teams. Is this the ESPN Invitational or actual rankings? The new CFP top 12 is pure chaos: Ohio State #1, Indiana #2, but Alabam…

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Reacting to the AP Poll and what it means for Playoff Predictions 54:16

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Big Ten football news, college football rankings, AP poll reaction, top 25, Iowa football, USC football, Lane Kiffin LSU drama, Ole Miss ranking – JR & Zach go nuclear on the latest AP Top 25! Missouri at #25 with ZERO wins over .500 teams? Miami 12th behind Notre Dame? Iowa, Illinois, & USC completely disrespected while James Madison sits at #19? …

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Big Ten Week 14 Chaos: Michigan State Fires Coach & Should Greg Schiano be Fired? 1:10:54

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Big Ten football news week 14 recap: Jonathan Smith fired by Michigan State hours after beating Maryland – Pat Fitzgerald expected to be named head coach! Full breakdown of Penn State vs Rutgers, Oregon vs Washington rivalry, The Game, Illinois snow game, USC-UCLA, coaching carousel chaos & more! JR and Zach react LIVE to the wildest day in the Big…

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Big Ten Football Power Rankings After Week 14 - Michigan Disaster, Minnesota Surge! 44:33

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Big Ten football power rankings Week 15 are here! JR and Zach drop their final regular-season Big Ten power rankings after an insane Week 14. Ohio State leaps Indiana, Oregon holds #1, Penn State collapses, Minnesota surges, and we debate who’s truly the best team heading into the Big Ten Championship. Full Big Ten Week 14 recap included! Timestamp…

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Indiana vs Purdue Instant Reactions + Iowa vs Nebraska Recap 49:23

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Join JR (@jrs_rankings) and Zack as they speculate on game-changing moments—like Nebraska's late surge potentially ending Iowa's defensive dynasty or Purdue's ground attack exposing Hoosier weaknesses. This episode uncovers the mystery: Did these results flip the Big Ten standings upside down? Perfect for fans searching Indiana football news or Iow…

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Big Ten Rivalry Week Preview – Why Michigan +10.5 is FREE Money! 50:14

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Rivalry Week is here! Full breakdown of Ohio State vs Michigan (why I’m taking Michigan +10.5 in the snow), Penn State -13.5 LOCK CITY vs Rutgers, Indiana vs Purdue, Oregon vs Washington, Iowa vs Nebraska & every Big Ten game. Deep dive on Kaetron Allen exploding, why Michigan’s defensive line matches up perfectly vs OSU’s weak right side, weather …

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Ohio State-Michigan, Iowa-Nebraska + More | Rivalry Week Winner Picks! 1:20:45

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JR and Zach preview every massive Big Ten rivalry game in Week 14: Ohio State vs Michigan – Who actually wins The Game? Wisconsin vs Minnesota – Paul Bunyan’s Axe on the line Iowa vs Nebraska – Heroes Trophy (or Rural Rumble?) Penn State vs Rutgers, USC vs UCLA, Maryland vs Michigan State Upset alerts, final scores, and way too much banter. Happy T…

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INSTANT Reactions to the College Football Playoff Rankings 44:21

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College Football Playoff news is here! The Week 14 College Football Playoff rankings just dropped and The Big Ten Huddle is bringing you instant reactions to all the chaos. Oregon jumps Ole Miss to #6, Michigan rockets past Texas and USC to #15, Washington falls off a cliff because of Wisconsin, and Tulane grabs the G5 auto-bid at #12. We break dow…

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The ONE Player Every Big Ten Team is Praying Doesn’t Portal (2025-26) 50:37

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Big Ten Football news, transfer portal, Big Ten football recruiting, Transfer portal rumors, Big Ten portal news – JR and Zach reveal the ONE player every single Big Ten team (all 18) absolutely CANNOT afford to lose to the 2025-26 transfer portal. From Bryce Underwood at Michigan to Nico Iamaleava at UCLA, we break down the young stars, quarterbac…

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Big Ten Football Week 13 Recap | Who’s For Real and Who's FRAUDULENT? 1:35:03

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Big Ten Football news is WILD after Week 13! Oregon vs USC instant reaction, Illinois vs Wisconsin disaster, Penn State vs Nebraska collapse, Ohio State vs Michigan latest, Big Ten week 13 recap with JR & Zach – Dante Moore goes off, Indiana survives chaos, Northwestern shocks Minnesota, Washington blows out UCLA & more! Who’s in the Big Ten title …

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Big Ten Football Recruiting is Getting WILD 2 Weeks from Signing Day & Week 13 Best Bets! 1:00:06

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In this episode: Full 2026 Big Ten recruiting rankings for all 18 teams (247Sports composite) Who’s rising, who’s falling, and which programs are loading up for the future Detailed Oregon vs USC breakdown – why Jeff is taking the Ducks -9.5 Lock City: Northwestern -3.5 over Minnesota explained Week 12 picks recap (1-1, now 6-3 on Lock City for the …

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Big Ten Week 13 Score Predictions: Usc vs Oregon, Ohio State vs Rutgers, Penn State vs Nebraska, etc 1:22:24

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Big Ten football news is HERE! JR & Zach drop their Week 13 preview with score predictions for EVERY game: Ohio State vs Rutgers, USC vs Oregon, Penn State vs Nebraska, Illinois vs Wisconsin + more! Bold takes, upset alerts & final scores you need before Saturday! JR & Zach go game-by-game with official score predictions: Ohio State vs Rutgers Minn…

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Week 13 CFP Rankings Instant Reaction – Alabama Falls, Big Ten RISES! 50:37

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The committee finally pushed back on SEC bias… but is it enough? We react live to every major move in the Week 13 CFP rankings and tell you exactly what it means for Oregon, Ohio State, Indiana, Penn State, Alabama, Georgia, Texas A&M, and more. Timestamps / Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:57 Zach explains why he kept saying “si” in Paris 03:14 Jeff’s son …

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Will the CFP Committee's Rankings be Like the AP Poll? + Did Maryland make the right call keeping Mike Locksley? 39:49

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Is the AP Poll slow to react or is the CFP committee about to make the same mistakes? Full college football playoff news and top 25 reaction! Big Ten Huddle brings you daily college football playoff rankings updates, Big Ten news, and honest takes on Oregon football, Ohio State, Michigan, Penn State, USC football, Indiana, and more. JR and Jeff deb…

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Big Ten Week 12 Recap: Oregon, USC Fight for Respect! 1:01:47

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Don’t miss the latest insights! The Big Ten Huddle breaks down every game, upset, and storyline in college football’s toughest conference. From Indiana’s historic home streak to USC’s gritty win over Iowa, we cover it all. Subscribe for weekly recaps, bold takes, and exclusive analysis! About The Big Ten Huddle: Hosted by JR (@jrs_rankings) and Jef…

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Big Ten Football Week 12 Performance Tiers 15:30

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Elite Tier: Washington, Indiana, Oregon, Ohio State dominate – Mendoza Heisman frontrunner at +100 odds! Satisfied Tier: Illinois, Penn State, USC grind out wins with comeback vibes. Questionable Tier: Michigan survives 5 turnovers; Northwestern hangs tough but falls short. Concerning Tier: Iowa 0 second-half points; Wisconsin defense wastes elite …

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Week 13 Big Ten Football Power Rankings: How far should Iowa fall? 37:44

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Join JR and special guest Jeff as they dissect the rankings, share bold predictions, and dive into key matchups like Oregon vs. USC. Discover why Indiana's resume shines, Michigan's grit stands out, and underdogs like Penn State are rising. We cover Heisman buzz around Fernando Mendoza and Julian Sayan, plus SEC implications for the playoffs. The B…

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Penn State Head Coaching Search Update: Who is in? Who is out? Details on the #1 Target 20:06

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JR brings on Chris for the weekly Penn State head coaching search update on The Big Ten Huddle. The top 4 candidates have solidified: Tier 1 (Preferred): Mike Elko (Texas A&M – no extension signed), Kalen DeBoer (Alabama – mutual interest despite success) Tier 2 (Strong Backups): Eli Drinkwitz (Missouri), Brent Key (Georgia Tech – rising fast) Key …

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Big Ten Football Week 12 Previews and Predictions 1:10:20

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Dive into the latest big ten football news and week 12 preview with JR's instant reaction on The Big Ten Huddle! Get the scoop on college football playoff rankings, college football playoffs news, USC vs Iowa, Oregon vs Minnesota, Michigan vs Northwestern, UCLA vs Ohio State, and more as we break down every Big Ten game. From shocking spreads to pl…

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Big Ten Football Gets GOOD and BAD News in Latest College Football Playoff Rankings News! 51:27

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Join The Big Ten Huddle for unfiltered analysis on all things Big Ten football. Hosted by JR, this channel delivers weekly breakdowns, reactions, and previews straight from the heart of college football. Whether it's rankings drama, game previews, or conference realignment buzz, we've got you covered with honest opinions and deep dives. Why Watch? …

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Michigan and USC Just Got News of Possible Big Ten Expulsion Threat! with Greg Flugaur 1:17:00

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Big Ten football news alert: Dive into the explosive $2.4B UC Investments deal shaking up Michigan football and USC football! JR is joined by expert Greg Flugaur to unpack the private equity misconceptions, conference expansion news, and why Big Ten Enterprises could lead to Michigan and USC being kicked out. From grant of rights extensions to cash…

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Big Ten Football Week 11 Recap: Oregon Wins Tough and What Impressed about Indiana Football 45:15

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Big Ten football news alert! Join JR on The Big Ten Huddle as he teams up with College Football With Sam for an in-depth college football recap of week 11 recap. We break down must-see matchups like oregon vs iowa, indiana vs penn state, washington vs wisconsin, and more – from Indiana's clutch win to Oregon's gritty survival and shocking playoff i…

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Big Ten Post Week 11 Power Rankings 20:18

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Full Power Rankings: Ohio State - Dominant win over Purdue keeps them No. 1. Indiana - Solid but not flashy victory maintains their elite status. Oregon - Impressive road win over Iowa. USC - Moved up after shutting down Northwestern in the second half. Iowa - Tough loss to Oregon but still a top contender. Illinois - Bye week bump from others' los…

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USC vs Northwestern Recap: Playoff Hopes and Lincoln Riley Drama Explodes 40:45

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USC football news alert! In this segment from a recent episode of The Big Ten Huddle, JR breaks down the USC vs Northwestern game where USC dominated 38-17. Key highlights include Jayden Maiava's 299-yard performance, a crucial fumble recovery, and Northwestern's early push falling short. JR also dives into USC football news on playoff chances—coul…

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Big Jeff's Insights: Big Ten Week 11 Best Bets & CFP Top 25 vs SP+ Analysis 1:01:24

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Big Ten Football Week 11 Preview: Best Bets & Insights from Big Jeff In this episode of Big Jeff's Football Insights on The Big Ten Huddle, Jeff shares his personal update on his son's high school playoffs, reviews his Week 10 picks (finishing 3-2 against the spread), and dives into a special topic: how the Big Ten vs SEC comparison narrative shift…

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Week 11 Big Ten Football Preview & Picks 48:04

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Join JR and Zack on The Big Ten Huddle for an in-depth preview of Week 11 in Big Ten Football, featuring key matchups like Oregon vs Iowa and Indiana vs Penn State. Get the latest Big Ten News, expert predictions, and analysis on CFP rankings implications. Don't miss our breakdowns of games like Ohio State at Purdue, Washington at Wisconsin, Maryla…

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Reacting to the College Football Playoff Rankings Release 39:05

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Get analysis on head-to-head matchups, strength of record, and how teams like Texas, Ole Miss, BYU, and Notre Dame stack up in this college football playoffs top 25 prediction. In this segment, JR shares his full predicted list, including surprises like no Group of Five teams ranked, while Zack agrees with the rankings. We discuss betting odds from…

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REACTING to the AP Top 25 and Predicting What the CFP Top 25 will be 35:58

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In this segment from a recent episode of The Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Zack break down the latest AP Top 25 college football rankings, expressing frustration over the lack of Big Ten teams in prominent spots. They highlight issues like Tennessee's questionable ranking and predict how the College Football Playoff (CFP) committee might adjust thei…

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Big Ten Week 10 Recap: 1 Thing that Each Big Ten Winner Did to give us Confidence 1:10:03

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T his episode breaks down what made us confident moving forward about each Big Ten team that won. From Ohio State's explosive plays to Indiana's injury-defying dominance, we highlight the positives that signal bright futures. Get the latest Big Ten Football News and insights on why these teams are built for success in 2025. Whether you're a die-har…

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Big Ten Week 10 Recap: Performance Tiers Breakdown 16:07

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Join The Big Ten Huddle for in-depth Big Ten football discussions, including news, rumors, storylines, and expert analysis. For more team-focused content, check out JR's Big Ten Football News channel. We appreciate your support—like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for updates! Follow us on all social media @TheBigTenHuddle Contact: jrsran…

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Big Ten Power Rankings After Week 10 Recap: Michigan Falls, Ohio State Remains Number 1 33:01

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In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, JR breaks down the Big Ten Football Power Rankings after an exciting Week 10. From Ohio State's dominant performance against Penn State to Indiana's gritty road win over Maryland, we recap all the action, including key games like Illinois vs Minnesota and USC vs Nebraska. Get the latest Big Ten Football News, …

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Penn State Coaching Search News EXPLODES With These Top 4 Candidates 19:29

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Top 4 Penn State Coaching Candidates Breakdown: Mike Elko (Texas A&M): Mutual interest, wants top pay; A&M counters but home ties + Big Ten path tempt. Eli Drinkwitz (Missouri): Aggressive push, pre-playoff timing ideal for recruiting class rescue. Jeff Brohm (Louisville): Alma mater but ACC sinking; big-game winner, QB guru, demands top-5 money. B…

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Big Ten Week 10 Best Bets & Surprising Overrated Teams | Big Jeff’s Insights Expert Predictions 1:09:51

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In this episode: Week 9 picks recap and insights Grading all 18 Big Ten teams: Who's overachieving (A grades like Indiana, Iowa) and underachieving (D grades like Ohio State, USC)? Week 10 best bets on 5 games, including Penn State vs Ohio State, Illinois vs Minnesota, Indiana vs Maryland, Michigan vs Purdue, and USC vs Nebraska Subscribe for more …

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Around the Big Ten Expert Insights: How Many Big Ten Teams Will Secure a Spot in the College Football Playoffs? 30:21

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Join JR on The Big Ten Huddle as representatives from USC, Iowa, and Penn State dive into the Big Ten's rivalry with the SEC, predict how many Big Ten teams will make the college football playoffs, and highlight underrated November games. Big Ten Football News, USC Football, Iowa football, Penn State football, college football playoffs, Jedd Fisch.…

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Big Ten Football Week 10 Preview and Predictions | Positions Battles to Watch! 1:31:26

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Get your Big Ten Football News: Week 10 Preview with JR and Zack! In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Zack preview every Week 10 matchup, including injuries, how to watch, and their picks. We also dive into SEC upset picks and more! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hype—tell a friend! More from The Big Ten Huddle: Check out our …

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3 Pieces of Good News for How Penn State can Beat Ohio State ON and OFF the Field 26:23

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We break down emerging favorites like Brian Hartline of Ohio State, Matt Rhule from Nebraska, Mike Elko at Texas A&M, and other hot names such as Marcus Freeman, Kalen DeBoer, and Jeff Brohm. Plus, we discuss how Brian Kelly's recent dismissal from LSU could shake up the search and what it means for the Nittany Lions' future. Don't miss this inside…

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Big Ten Football Got Shocking AP Poll Top 25 News After Week 9 Excellence! 36:23

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Whether you're a die-hard Ohio State supporter or rooting for underdogs like Washington, we've got the insights you need. Subscribe for weekly breakdowns, predictions, and more – hit that bell for notifications! What do you think of the AP Poll snubs? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Video Chapters: 00:00 - Intro and AP Poll Frustrations: …

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Big Ten Football Breaking News from Week 9 + A Legend's Tragic Passing & SEC Coach Gets Fired! 1:15:12

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Join us for honest takes on Big Ten Football every week – from game recaps to coaching drama and player spotlights. Subscribe for more Big Ten News and hit the bell for notifications on all things Big 10! We break down the action with passion and insight – no fluff, just real talk. Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & Remembering Nick Mangold (Positi…

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Big Ten Week 9 Performance Tiers Analysis: Hidden Playoff Contenders Unleashed! 33:46

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Dive into the latest Big Ten football analysis as JR breaks down Week 9 performance tiers on The Big Ten Huddle! From Iowa's dominant shutout over Minnesota to Washington's elite win against Illinois, we tier every team – elite, satisfied, questionable, concerning, and awful. Discover FanDuel odds insights, like Michigan's +2500 shot at the confere…

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The Case for Iowa is Better than Oregon! Big Ten Power Rankings After Week 9 Blowouts 35:25

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Dive into the latest Big Ten football power rankings as JR and Zack from The Big Ten Huddle break down the Week 9 action. Presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav, this episode covers heated debates on Ohio State vs. Indiana at the top, Iowa's surprising jump, Michigan's strong showing, and more. From USC's firepower to Nebraska's inconsistencies, we…

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BASKETBALL: Big Ten Basketball Preseason Power Rankings Analysis 36:18

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Dive into JR's Preseason Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings! In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav, JR breaks down his bold preseason power rankings for the 2025-26 Big Ten basketball season. From Purdue's dominant #1 spot to surprising picks like UCLA at #2 and Indiana at #5, get the inside scoop on teams, coa…

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What makes Fernando Mendoza and Julian Sayin great QBs? Big Ten Quarterback Rankings Entering Week 9 53:33

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JR from The Big Ten Huddle breaks down the top quarterbacks like Fernando Mendoza, Julian Sayin, Dante Moore, and Jayden Maiava, using PFF grades and real-game analysis. Discover who JR would pick to lead his team for one explosive season—focusing on pocket presence, leadership, and clutch moments. From surprising #1 picks to underrated freshmen, t…

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Why Indiana and Illinois are OVERACHIEVERS + 6 Playoff Hopes on the Line in the Big Ten | Big Jeff's Insights 1:12:51

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Big Ten Week 9 bets: Top 25 overachievers, Indiana/Illinois, playoff elimination games predictions. Dive into Big Ten football insights with Big Jeff on The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav! In this episode, Jeff reviews his Week 8 bets (3-2 record, back to .500) and dives deep into the AP Top 25 rankings compared to four-year…

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The Truth Behind SEC Media Bias Crushing Big Ten Teams w/ Doug Lesmerises 33:51

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Dive into the heated Big Ten vs SEC bias debate in this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav! JR and Zack sit down with special guest Doug Lesmerises, host of @TheBillandDougShow , to unpack his journey from Kings of the North back to covering Ohio State football. We expose the real college football media bias favor…

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Will Anymore Big Ten Head Coaches Get Fired? + Big Ten Championship Contenders vs. Pretenders 34:54

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Dive into the latest Big Ten football drama on this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav! Host JR is joined by experts Sammy Jacobs from Hoosier Huddle (Indiana), Eric Boggs from the OHIO Podcast (Ohio State), and Larry France from Inside Maryland Sports with 247Sports/IMS Radio (Maryland) for our weekly "Around the…

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7 PRESSING Questions for the Big Ten in Week 9 + Score Predictions for Every Game 1:48:06

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Dive into the ultimate Big Ten Week 9 previews with JR and Zack on The Big Ten Huddle! We break down every matchup, including UCLA at Indiana, Illinois at Washington, Minnesota at Iowa, Rutgers at Purdue, Northwestern at Nebraska, Wisconsin at Oregon, and Michigan at Michigan State. Get our bold predictions, score forecasts, and one key question fo…

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AP Poll Reaction: The Benefits SEC Teams Get that Big Ten Teams Don't 45:30

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Dive into the latest AP Poll drama on The Big Ten Huddle! JR and Jeff react to the shocking rankings where Ohio State holds #1, Indiana climbs to a program-record #2, and SEC teams like Alabama, Texas A&M, and LSU face heavy scrutiny. Are the SEC squads overrated frauds? We break down the bias, share our own Top 25 rankings, and drop bold College F…

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REPORT: Wisconsin AD Backs Luke Fickell Amid Struggles – What It Means for 2026 20:48

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Luke Fickell Update: Wisconsin AD Chris McIntosh Backs Coach Amid Tough Season In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav, host JR breaks down the latest on Wisconsin Badgers head coach Luke Fickell. Chris McIntosh's statement supports Fickell, emphasizing culture, increased funding, and long-term potential despit…

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What We Learned from Every Big Ten Team After a SHOCKING Week 8 1:35:29

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In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Jeff dive deep into Big Ten Week 8 action. We cover: Ohio State vs. Wisconsin: Buckeyes' scary potential and Badgers' horror show. Michigan's struggles: What we learned about their run game and coaching. Indiana's dominance: Hoosiers keep rolling—undefeated vibes? USC at Notre Dame: Trojans' defen…

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Shocking Big Ten Week 8 Performance Tiers: Elite Teams Dominate or Flop? 29:14

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Dive into Big Ten Football Week 8 Performance Tiers! Join JR on The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav, as he breaks down every Big Ten team's Week 8 showing. From Ohio State's elite shutout to Wisconsin's awful collapse, get raw analysis, stats, and FanDuel odds insights. Who's rising, who's falling, and what it means for the p…