Illinois is coming off a tough loss at home to Michigan State while Penn State is coming off a tough loss to Ohio State on the road. Both fell to the only teams without a loss in the Big Ten. However, the Nittany Lions have far more talent on their roster than does Illinois.
PREDICTION: Illinois 14, Penn State 31
The Ohio State Buckeyes are the best team in the conference by far and the Boilermakers have struggled on offense and defense this season. Purdue has one of the worst offenses in the country while the Badgers have a scary offense and a solid defense. No contest.
PREDICTION: Ohio State 45, Purdue 7
Minnesota has been shocking people around the conference with consecutive victories against Northwestern and Nebraska to push their record to 6-2 on the season as a bowl eligible team. Indiana can score some points, however, while Minnesota has an average defense.
PREDICTION: Minnesota 27, Indiana 35
This is the battle that could decide Northwestern's season. The Wildcats need a win at Nebraska, however, they are reeling far too much and it doesn't look like the end is in sight any time soon -- especially if Kain Colter can't stay healthy.
PREDICTION: Northwestern 30, Nebraska 38
As the biggest game of the week, the Wolverines will travel to East Lansing to take on the Spartans. Both teams are fighting for a chance to play for the Big Ten title, but the Wolverines are struggling too much lately and Michigan State has home-field advantage and the best defense in the nation.
PREDICTION: Michigan 17, Michigan State 28
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