[tmlfan123]

Originally Posted by penguinofwar

the way Michigan self-destructs each game is incredible.

It's a tough time to be a Wolverine.

[Gwenny]

Originally Posted by tmlfan123

It's a tough time to be a Wolverine.

I was actually rooting for the Wolverines until I realized that it didn't matter, because Ohio State and Iowa are now tied for first place, since OSU beat Penn State and Northwestern and Iowa lost to Northwestern.

If Ohio State beats Iowa and Michigan, Ohio State will have their 5th Big Ten Championship in a row. Go Buckeyes!

[Fandrew]

Originally Posted by luvinjesus

Ohio State plays a tough non conference schedule. They played USC! That is as about as tough as it gets. Plus they've already played Texas and will play Cal, Virginia Tech, Miami (Fl), and Oklahoma in the new few years. I think all big ten teams should follow suit and schedule opponents like that. The Big Ten used to be the elite conference and it didn't matter if they only played each other because the Big Ten consistently turned out great schedules and bowl appearances. However, the SEC has taken over the top spot for conference wins and bowl appearances. I'm looking forward to other Big Ten teams scheduling and playing teams from the SEC, ACC, and Pac 10. Hopefully then the Big 10 will get some respect again.

Yeah, but while OSU does all that, Michigan brings in teams from the FCS.

[gg7]

The Big Ten does not have a championship game, correct?

[Gwenny]

Originally Posted by gg7

The Big Ten does not have a championship game, correct?

No. Not until they add a 12th team. A lot of Big 10 coaches would like to see that happen and play a championship game like the other conferences.

[gg7]

Originally Posted by luvinjesus

No. Not until they add a 12th team. A lot of Big 10 coaches would like to see that happen and play a championship game like the other conferences.

That's what I thought, but wanted to make sure. I think they should be made to have one. Not having one just makes the current championship system even more stupid.

Last years season will prove my point here:

Penn State was rolling along undefeated...lets say Iowa didn't get in the way. Penn State could've played in the National Championship game.

Alabama goes undefeated in the regular season. They then play Florida in the SEC championship game and lose. If the SEC didn't have a championship game, Bama would've been playing for the national title last year.

Maybe the Big 10 needs to get Boise State or TCU.

[TunerSteve]

Originally Posted by gg7

That's what I thought, but wanted to make sure. I think they should be made to have one. Not having one just makes the current championship system even more stupid.

Last years season will prove my point here:

Penn State was rolling along undefeated...lets say Iowa didn't get in the way. Penn State could've played in the National Championship game.

Alabama goes undefeated in the regular season. They then play Florida in the SEC championship game and lose. If the SEC didn't have a championship game, Bama would've been playing for the national title last year.

Maybe the Big 10 needs to get Boise State or TCU.

That is the problem with conference championship games...and I believe it will hit Florida/Alabama this season. One of those will end up with a loss, and be left out in THE championship game.

Of course I remember not that many years ago when Nebraska didn't qualify for the Big XII championship game (so didn't get another loss) but somehow backed into the Championship (vs USC IIRC) and lost there. The only reason the conferences go with championships is because it's a huge moneymaker for the conference that they don't have to share with the NCAA. The money to be made from a playoff would be HUGE, but it comes down to the college presidents and NCAA deciding how to share in all that loot. I DO believe that it will come to pass someday. I'm hopeful that TCU goes undefeated and it will add to the impetus to get it done!

[penguinofwar]

Originally Posted by luvinjesus

No. Not until they add a 12th team. A lot of Big 10 coaches would like to see that happen and play a championship game like the other conferences.

Originally Posted by gg7

That's what I thought, but wanted to make sure. I think they should be made to have one. Not having one just makes the current championship system even more stupid.

Last years season will prove my point here:

Penn State was rolling along undefeated...lets say Iowa didn't get in the way. Penn State could've played in the National Championship game.

Alabama goes undefeated in the regular season. They then play Florida in the SEC championship game and lose. If the SEC didn't have a championship game, Bama would've been playing for the national title last year.

Maybe the Big 10 needs to get Boise State or TCU.

Yeah, I would actually like to see Notre Dame join the Big Ten, like the Big Ten offers every year but ND turns them down.

[Fandrew]

Originally Posted by penguinofwar

Yeah, I would actually like to see Notre Dame join the Big Ten, like the Big Ten offers every year but ND turns them down.

If ND joins a conference, they will lose their MASSIVE NBC Contract

[Gwenny]

Also, Notre Dame is not asked every year to join the Big 10. That is a load of crap. They have been asked a few times in the past, but the Big 10 is looking to bring a team in from the East, not Notre Dame.

[RK_lover]

GO NIU!!!!

[Hopeful]

I think Stanford might be able to beat any team in the nation at this time. They CRUSHED USC and Oregon on consecutive weekends.

[Art]

Yeah. they may have the best running back in college football. Their QB has been great, as well.

[Skifree0813]

Black and gold baby! 5th consecutive SoCon title!

[Gwenny]

Holy Crap... that Iowa and Ohio State game was INTENSE. I was shaking in my boots in overtime.

Thankfully Ohio State has won their 5th consecutive Big Ten Title, and is 99.9% sure to be going to the Rosebowl. w00t.