Which Big Ten Powerhouses Are Poised to Crash the College Football Playoff Once More?
One exciting thing: The Buckeyes’ offensive line was often a problem the last few years, but it jelled into a force as 2024 went on. I expect more growth this season. To that end …
Player to watch: Other than Jeremiah Smith, Caleb Downs and other stars? Keep an eye on left tackle Ethan Onianwa, a transfer from Rice whom the Buckeyes are entrusting with a lot.
Big Ten Projected Records

2. Penn State
- 2024 final TRACR rank: 3rd
One scary thing: Drew Allar is an objectively good college starting quarterback. But until he wins a big game against a program in the Nittany Lions’ weight class, skeptics will have reasonable fears about whether he’ll cough up a season-changing interception at the wrong time. He has a tough job after Penn State played for the Big Ten title in 2024.


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