Which team has the best rushing attack in the Big Ten?
Penn State's Saquon Barkley is the top returning running back in the Big Ten, but another team lays claim to the top running game.
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2017 Schedule
11-3, 1st in Big Ten - East
These five teams are facing crucial 2018 recruiting classes
Penn State is riding high following a Big Ten title in 2016, and it couldn't come at a better time. Penn State is among the teams needing big classes.
Noles-Tide matchup highlights Week 1 docket
Florida State vs. Alabama, and Michigan at Florida are among the marquee matchups slated to air on the ESPN family of networks during Week 1 of the 2017-18 college football season.
Who has the best pass-catchers in the Big Ten?
Penn State will have one of the league's best passing attacks thanks to receiving depth and talent, but there are a couple of surprise teams to watch.
Who has the best quarterback situation in the Big Ten?
Most of the league's top teams return starters under center this fall, but who has the top overall group at quarterback?
Way-too-early 2018 prospect rankings
Penn State's Saquon Barkley ranks high among 2018 NFL running back prospects. He's joined by two other Nittany Lions in our early position rankings.
Young recruiters giving the Big Ten a boost
Six Big Ten teams are in the top 20 of the 2018 recruiting class rankings, and a big reason is the infusion of youth in the assistant coaching ranks.
2017 could be record year for McSorley
Barring some type of major problem, QB Trace McSorley should end his second season as a starter at Penn State as the program's all-time leader in passing touchdowns.
Past Big Ten recruiting battles that still sting
Big Ten coaches often have to see players they almost landed in recruiting going against them each year when playing for a conference rival.
Comparing top QB recruits to current college stars
Like a certain Florida State star, Penn State commit Justin Fields throws a ball that jumps off his hands with juice and accuracy.
Big Ten freshmen who could make an immediate impact
Michigan's Donovan Peoples-Jones looks ready to make an instant impact, but he's not the only one, as the Big Ten's incoming freshman class is strong.
Comparing top QB recruits to current college stars
Is the next Deshaun Watson a Penn State commit? Here's how Justin Fields and other top QB prospects measure up.
Sandusky wants another trial, blames lawyers
Jerry Sandusky wants a new trial, saying his former lawyers didn't properly represent him in 2012 and a victim's memories of abuse have changed.
Way-too-early 2018 big board: Barkley is top back
Versatile tailback Saquon Barkley is a lights-out athlete and he plays extremely hard, too.
Top undrafted 2017 free agents to watch
Garrett Sickels was productive last season for Penn State at defensive end, but could he fit as an outside linebacker in Indy?
Big Ten East stock watch: Ohio State gains on champs in spring
Things have been looking up for the Buckeyes since their embarrassing loss in the Fiesta Bowl, but the top-heavy East won't be a cakewalk.
Burning questions in the Big Ten: Will Penn State live up to the preseason hype?
The Nittany Lions have Heisman candidates in RB Saquon Barkley and QB Trace McSorley and have momentum heading into 2017.
The Big Ten's five most indispensable players
These five players may not be swimming in personal awards at the end of the season, but their teams' success will depend on them being in the lineup.
Finebaum: Jay Paterno can help Nittany Lions move on (0:57)
PSU's Julius again treated for eating disorder
Penn State kicker Joey Julius is back in treatment for an eating disorder.
Jenna Laine ESPN Staff Writer
New Bucs wide receiver Chris Godwin was thrilled to get some one-on-one lessons with Calvin Johnson this spring. "For him to work with me was awesome."
Mark Schlabach ESPN Senior Writer
Former Penn State assistant coach Jay Paterno, the son of legendary Nittany Lions coach Joe Paterno, was elected to the university's Board of Trustees on Friday. Jay Paterno, who coached at Penn State from 1995 to 2011 and also played quarterback there from 1986-90, was the top vote getter among three alumni trustees elected to three-year terms. There are nine alumni among the 36 voting trustees.
Penn St. adds Jay Paterno to board of trustees
Former Penn State assistant coach Jay Paterno, the son of longtime Nittany Lions football coach Joe Paterno, has been elected to serve on the university's board of trustees.
Way-too-early 2018 mock draft: Barkley goes top 10
One of the nation's most productive rushers is the first running back off the board in this first mock.
Franklin: Thinking About Barkley Behind This Line Is Exciting
Penn State's James Franklin talks to Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Matt Schick about concerns over players sitting out bowl games, Saquon Barkley's growth and more.
2017 Recruits
| NAME | POS | STATUS | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Clifford | QB-PP | Signed | 84 |
| C.J. Thorpe | OG | Signed | 84 |
| Fred Hansard | DT | Signed | 83 |
| Lamont Wade | CB | Signed | 83 |
| Yetur Matos | DE | Signed | 81 |
2016 Big Ten Standings
| East | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Penn State | 8-1 | 11-3 |
| Ohio State | 8-1 | 11-2 |
| Michigan | 7-2 | 10-3 |
| Indiana | 4-5 | 6-7 |
| Maryland | 3-6 | 6-7 |
| Michigan State | 1-8 | 3-9 |
| Rutgers | 0-9 | 2-10 |
| West | CONF | OVR |
| Wisconsin | 7-2 | 11-3 |
| Iowa | 6-3 | 8-5 |
| Nebraska | 6-3 | 9-4 |
| Minnesota | 5-4 | 9-4 |
| Northwestern | 5-4 | 7-6 |
| Illinois | 2-7 | 3-9 |
| Purdue | 1-8 | 3-9 |
Team Leaders 2016
2016 Polls & Rankings
| CFP RANKINGS | AP | COACHES |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 7 | 7 |
Awards
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