College football debates are about to heat up. The first College Football Playoff rankings will be unveiled Nov. 4, meaning teams across the country will get a glimpse of where they stand in the postseason conversation.

Two months into the 2025 college football season, who is the current favorite in the Big Ten? Our roundtable writers discussed:

Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith had one of the best seasons a freshman receiver could have, and much to the dismay of Penn State and other programs, he hasn’t suffered a sophomore slump. With Penn State struggling and at 3-4,

Ohio State football had an open date for Week 8, but ESPN has updated the Buckeyes chances of winning each remaining game on the 2025 schedule.

Ohio State could lose another key piece of its coaching staff this offseason in a job cycle that is looking increasingly chaotic. Offensive coordinator Brian Ha

Jake Diebler enters his second full season as head coach with an experienced roster. The Buckeyes return three of their top four scorers from last

Ohio State football has plenty of talent around Julian Sayin, but that shouldn't take away from what the young quarterback is doing.