The AP Poll saw some shakeup after a chaotic Week 1, and Nicole Auerbach explains why her ballot has Indiana holding pat in the top spot, Michigan dropping out and Ole Miss sitting lower than expected.
Bryce Underwood faces biggest test yet
After a shaky opener against Western Michigan, Bryce Underwood and Michigan face a daunting challenge against Brent Venables' Oklahoma defense. Joshua Perry explains why the Sooners have the edge.
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Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry debate whether Georgia Tech and new QB Alberto Mendoza have what it takes to pull off an upset of Tennessee on Saturday. Also, they look at the Big Ten’s chances vs. the SEC.
Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry share their thoughts on the controversial finish from Michigan’s stunning victory over Western Michigan this past weekend, and discuss the fallout that has taken place since.
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McCoy Jr., a top-15 recruit in the nation and a projected first-rounder in the 2027 NBA Draft, was injured during Michigan’s exhibition game in Montenegro on Thursday.
The shake-up was announced in a letter from Chancellor Julio Frenk to the university community, described as a “new path forward for UCLA Athletics.”
It ties one of college basketball’s storied programs to one of the more innovative, forward-thinking tournaments in the sport.
Both schools struck multiyear deals and every varsity sport will wear an ad patch on their uniforms.
2026 Big Ten football schedule on NBC & Peacock
| Week | Date | Time (ET) | Matchup | Platform(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Sat., Aug. 29 | 2:30 p.m. | USC 42, San Jose State 26 (Highlights) | NBC, Peacock |
| 1 | Thurs., Sept. 3 | 8 p.m. | Minnesota 59, Eastern Illinois 7 (Highlights) | Peacock |
| 1 | Sat., Sept. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | Michigan 13, Western Michigan 12 (Highlights) | NBC, Peacock |
| 1 | Sun., Sept. 6 | 4 p.m. | Washington 24, Washington State 10 (Highlights) | NBC, Peacock |
| 2 | Sat., Sept. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Iowa State at Iowa | NBC, Peacock |
| 3 | Sat., Sept. 19 | 12:30 p.m. | Eastern Michigan at Wisconsin | Peacock |
| 3 | Sat., Sept. 19 | 2 p.m. | Southern Illinois at Illinois | Peacock |
| 3 | Sat., Sept. 19 | 4 p.m. | Western Kentucky at Indiana | Peacock |
| 6 | Sat., Oct. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | USC at Penn State | NBC, Peacock |
| 13 | Fri. Nov. 27 | 7:30 p.m. | Minnesota at Wisconsin | NBC, Peacock |
Rushing the Field
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The College Countdown crew offers next-day reactions to one of the wildest college football endings we’ve ever seen between Michigan and Western Michigan.
Washington’s defense turned over Washington State to put Demond Williams Jr. in a great spot to score the Huskies’ first touchdown of the season in the Apple Cup.
Rashid Williams could not be stopped on this drive, gathering in the pass on a flea-flicker to advance Washington inside Washington state’s five-yard line and finishing the drive with a score.
As two historic midwestern powers, there is plenty that binds the Fighting Irish and the Badgers.
Tim Layden explains how over a century’s worth of links makes it only right that Notre Dame and Wisconsin open their 2026 seasons at Lambeau Field.
Nico Iamaleava threw for 184 yards and ran for a score. UCLA finished with 277 yards rushing and six TDs on the ground.
Oregon came back with a strong second half to avoid dropping an ugly loss to visiting Boise State.
John Fanta, Nicole Auerbach, Joshua Perry and Chris Simms react to Michigan’s win over Western Michigan in a result that will generate scrutiny for some time.
As the debate rages over league superiority in college football, lackluster results for the Big Ten will draw increased scrutiny.
An officials ruling to give No. 16 Michigan one more play ended up making the difference for the Wolverines against Western Michigan.
