Ranking the Top 10 Potential Upsets for College Football Week 10

In the mega-expanded Big Ten, having an elite mind on the sidelines is the ultimate difference between contending for a national championship and scrambling for bowl eligibility. USA Today ran a comprehensive audit to rank every single Big Ten head coach heading into the 2026 season. From Curt Cignetti crowning an incredible national title run in Bloomington to top Ryan Day and Dan Lanning, to blockbuster moves like Kyle Whittingham taking over Michigan and Matt Campbell landing at Penn State, we break down the entire 18-team hierarchy. Check out our complete tactical breakdown to see where your favorite team's head coach lands entering 2026.

USA Today's Big Ten College Football Head Coaches Ranked 1-18: Going Into Week 9

USA Today's Preseason Big Ten Quarterback Rankings: Stats Going Into Week 9

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ESPN Predicts Final Record for All 18 Big Ten Teams Right Now: Going Into Week 9

Dan Lanning&#039;s quarterback gamble nearly sank Oregon last week. With Dylan Rayola now starting, Illinois +10 is the pick as Oregon faces a tough road test.

Oregon vs. Illinois Betting Pick: Take the Illini +10

Ranking the Top 10 Most Disappointing College Football Teams Going Into Week 8

Ranking the Top 10 Potential Upsets for College Football Week 8

LATEST Kirkland Michaux NEWS

Malachi Toney&#039;s surgery news pushes Miami-Notre Dame line to 7.5, fueling debate over his value and whether Miami can cover without its standout receiver.

Malachi Toney Injury Shifts Miami vs. Notre Dame Odds

The AP poll and playoff committee sharply disagree on Notre Dame, Alabama, Indiana and Utah, raising fresh questions about this year&#039;s postseason field.

AP Poll & Playoff Rankings Reveal a Huge Disconnect

Notre Dame sits 11th with one loss, sparking debate over whether a loss to Miami would end its playoff hopes or if a two-loss team could still get in.

Notre Dame's Playoff Fate Hinges on Miami Showdown

Craig Mish reports Malachi Toney will undergo surgery and miss the rest of the regular season, prompting disbelief, jokes and a fake-news debate on air.

Malachi Toney to Miss Remainder of the Regular Season

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