Oregon and Penn State Clash for Big Ten Title and Playoff Positioning

The undefeated Ducks face the resurgent Nittany Lions in a pivotal matchup that could determine top College Football Playoff seeding.

Oregon (12-0) and Penn State (11-1) meet in the Big Ten Championship, with the winner likely securing a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff.
Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel, named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year, leads the Ducks in their first season in the conference and aims to cap an undefeated regular season.
Penn State’s defense, led by Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year Abdul Carter, will challenge Oregon’s offensive line, which could be weakened by injuries.
Penn State running back Nick Singleton returns to form after missing most of the season, bolstering the Nittany Lions’ offense ahead of the title game.
Both teams face high stakes, with significant financial rewards and playoff seeding implications on the line in this championship matchup.