Big Ten football power rankings spark heated debate. Is Penn State truly the top dog, or will Ohio State reclaim their throne?

Spencer McLaughlin and his all-star panel dissect the conference's hierarchy, with USC's placement igniting fierce discussion. Mark Culkin makes a bold case for the Trojans' ascent, while others question their readiness. The crew also analyzes Washington's potential dark horse status and Indiana's win total prediction for the upcoming season.

Key topics include defensive improvements, quarterback performances, and the impact of challenging schedules on team success. Jacob Goins and Craig Sheeman offer optimistic outlooks for the Hoosiers, but can Indiana really hit 9 wins against a tough slate?

Tune in for expert insights on your favorite Big Ten teams and players as the season approaches. Will your team rise or fall in the rankings?

HOOSIERS vs ILLINI: Big Ten's Rising Stars Clash on September 20th

Curt Cignetti's Indiana Hoosiers and Bret Bielema's Illinois Fighting Illini are set to face off in a potential College GameDay-worthy matchup. Both programs, coming off impressive turnarounds, look to cement their status as Big Ten contenders. The hosts break down the impact of Cignetti's bold leadership and Bielema's culture shift, analyzing how these changes have elevated their teams to national prominence. With 18 returning starters, including a senior quarterback, Illinois aims to build on last year's 10-win season.

Meanwhile, Indiana's basketball program undergoes a complete overhaul under new coach Darian Devries. Sonny Verma, host of Locked on Illini, joins to offer insider perspectives on Illinois' football outlook and basketball's international recruitment strategy. Tune in for expert analysis on this pivotal Big Ten showdown and its implications for the College Football Playoff race.

0:00 Intro: Indiana vs Illinois football preview

3:52 Bret Bielema's impact on Illinois football

6:47 Curt Cignetti's approach at Indiana

11:40 Importance of Indiana-Illinois matchup

15:23 Potential College GameDay for Indiana-Illinois game

19:37 Illinois basketball offseason moves and outlook

21:53 Indiana basketball's complete roster overhaul

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