Big Ten Power Rankings: USC Trojans Move Up After UCLA Bruins Win, Bowl Eligibility?

The USC Trojans improved to 6-5 on the season with their 19-13 win over the UCLA Bruins. Where do the Trojans land in the Big Ten Power Rankings? The Oregon Ducks, Ohio State, Buckeyes, Penn State Nittany Lions, and Indiana Hoosiers remain on top.

Nov 23, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; USC Trojans offensive lineman Emmanuel Pregnon (70) celebrates the Trojans win over UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images / Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

The USC Trojans beat the UCLA Bruins 19-13 to improve their record to 6-5 on the season. USC moves up in this week's Big Ten Power Rankings.

1. Oregon Ducks: 11-0 (Last Week: 1)

Nov 16, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Oregon Ducks linebacker Bryce Boettcher (28) celebrates with fans following the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images / Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

The Oregon Ducks remain on top of the Big Ten after their bye week.

Next Game: 11/30 vs. Washington

2. Ohio State Buckeyes: 10-1 (Last Week: 2)

Ohio State made it known that they are the second-best team in the Big Ten and probably the whole country in their 38-15 win over Indiana. Another win this Saturday and they will get a rematch with Oregon in the Big Ten Championship game.

Next Game: 11/30 vs. Michigan

3. Penn State Nittany Lions: 10-1 (Last Week: 4)

Penn State won a 26-25 slugfest on the road at Minnesota. The Nittany Lions are a win away from likely securing a College Football Playoff berth at 11-1.

Next Game: 11/30 vs. Maryland

4. Indiana Hoosiers: 10-1 (Last Week: 3)

The Indiana Hoosiers fell back to earth on Saturday. Their undefeated run came to an end at the hands of the Ohio State Buckeyes. Indiana is a long shot to get to the Big Ten Title game but should be able to make the College Football Playoff with a win over Purdue in their final game.

Next Game: 11/30 vs. Purdue

5. Illinois Fighting Illini: 8-3 (Last Week: 5)

Nov 23, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) gains yards after catch as linebacker Dariel Djabome (28) pursues during the second half at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images / Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Illinois is the undisputed No. 5 team in the Big Ten. They aren’t good enough to beat the cream of the crop, but have looked good against everyone else.

Next Game: 11/30 at Northwestern

6. Iowa Hawkeyes: 7-4 (Last Week: 8)

The Iowa Hawkeyes can be penciled in for at least seven wins every season. Get ready to learn “Music City Bowl,” Iowa.

Next Game: 11/29 vs. Nebraska

7. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 6-5 (Last Week: 6)

Minnesota, the kings of the one-possession game. They lost their fourth game of the season by seven or less points against Penn State on Saturday. Why did PJ Fleck kick the field goal down four points??

Next Game: 11/29 at Wisconsin

8. Washington Huskies: 6-5 (Last Week: 9)

Washington moves up a spot even though they had a bye week.

Next Game: 11/30 at Oregon

9. USC Trojans: 6-5 (Last Week: 10)

Nov 23, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley smiles after Trojans defeat the UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images / Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

The Trojans are 2-0 in the Jayden Maiava era. USC hosts playoff hopeful Notre Dame on Saturday night. It's spoiler season in Hollywood.

Next Game: 11/30 vs. Notre Dame

10. Michigan Wolverines: 6-5 (Last Week: NR)

Michigan football; run the ball and beat bad teams.

Next Game: 11/30 at Ohio State

Dropped from Rankings: Rutgers

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