The Big Ten discontinued its preseason media poll over ten years ago and shows no signs of reviving it, mirroring trends in other conferences like the Big 12. With 18 teams competing in nine games, ties are expected; last season, 72 percent of teams experienced ties. In 2025, Penn State is poised for success with quarterback Drew Allar and elevated expectations. Ohio State, the national champion, has concerns about its rookie quarterback and new coordinators. Oregon’s talent could lead to title wins, but faces challenges with an unproven quarterback and injuries.
The Big Ten stopped publishing a preseason media poll more than a decade ago following a vote of the head coaches. The intervening years have offered no incentive to restart the process.
Many, many ties will occur with 18 teams and just nine conference games. Last season, there were three two-team ties, one three-team tie and one four-team tie. 72 percent of the teams were involved in ties.
Penn State, led by elite quarterback Drew Allar and strong lines, faces high expectations this season, with hopes for a return to the conference championship game and CFP semifinals.
Ohio State, despite being the defending national champions, faces questions at quarterback and new coordinators, along with a challenging schedule that spans from Texas to Michigan.
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