Ohio State Blanks Wisconsin 34-0 as Week 8 Reorders Big Ten
Decisive Week 8 results reshaped the conference pecking order, with formal poll updates expected next.
Overview
- Ohio State’s 34-0 road win over Wisconsin kept the Buckeyes atop updated power lists, with Badgers Wire holding them No. 1.
- Michigan rebounded by beating Washington 24-7 behind 230 passing yards and two touchdowns from Bryce Underwood plus three defensive interceptions.
- Indiana continued its surge with a 38-13 win over Michigan State, while Oregon responded to its loss to the Hoosiers by routing Rutgers 56-10.
- Iowa edged Penn State 25-24 in the Nittany Lions’ first game after the James Franklin era.
- Minnesota handled Nebraska 24-6 as reports continued to link Huskers coach Matt Rhule to the open Penn State job.