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Purdue quarterback David Blough (11) throws against Ohio State during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Ohio State at Purdue 10/20/2018

Oct. 20, 2018 08:45 PM EDT

Purdue wide receiver Isaac Zico (7) celebrates a touchdown catch with running back Markell Jones (8) and wide receiver Rondale Moore (4) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Ohio State in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Purdue routs No. 2 Ohio State 49-20, shakes by CFP chase

By The Associated Press Oct. 20, 2018 06:01 PM EDT

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith, right, celebrates with teammates after catching a 10-yard touchdown pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Maryland at Iowa 10/20/2018

Oct. 20, 2018 01:27 PM EDT

Northwestern faces woeful Rutgers for 1st time in Big Ten

By Matt Sugam Oct. 19, 2018 03:32 PM EDT
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Northwestern and its high-powered offense are going to get a new look from Rutgers. Scarlet Knights coach Chris Ash has decided...

FILE - In this Sept. 15, 2018, file photo, Purdue head coach Jeff Brohm looks over his playcard during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Missouri in West Lafayette, Ind. Brohm sees all sorts of challenges in No. 2 Ohio State. Purdue’s coach knows the Buckeyes are big and strong, capable of scoring dozens of points making life miserable for opponents. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
No. 2 Buckeyes still seeking improvement on trip to Purdue

By Michael Marot Oct. 19, 2018 04:00 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 13, 2018, file photo, Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) throws a pass during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Missouri in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The front-runners have clearly been established in the Heisman race, but the question now is who else can emerge with a late rush? (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)
Week 8 Preview: ACC showdown; Heisman Herbert; Auburn slump

By Ralph D. Russo Oct. 19, 2018 02:37 AM EDT

FILE- In this Aug. 30, 2018, file photo, Purdue's Rondale Moore runs for a long touchdown against Northwestern in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind. Moore is averaging a Big Ten-best 167.8 all-purpose yards, kicking off the season with 313 yards in the opener against Northwestern. (John Terhune/Journal & Courier via AP, File)
Big Ten's best: Ohio State's Haskins and Michigan's Winovich

By Larry Lage Oct. 18, 2018 02:23 PM EDT

No. 2 Ohio State ties to stay unbeaten at Purdue

By The Associated Press Oct. 18, 2018 10:13 AM EDT
No. 2 Ohio State (7-0, 4-0 Big Ten) at Purdue (3-3, 2-1), 7:30 p.m. ET (ABC) Line: Ohio State by 13½. Series record: Ohio State leads 40...

FILE - In this Oct. 17, 2015, file photo, Michigan State head coach Mark Dantonio shakes hands with Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh on the Michigan Stadium field before an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich. Sixth-ranked Michigan has won six straight and is in the top 10 for the first time this season. The Wolverines need to beat rival Michigan State this Saturday to keep the roll going. (AP Photo/Tony Ding, FIle)
No. 6 Michigan needs to beat No. 24 Spartans to keep rolling

By Eric Olson Oct. 18, 2018 03:09 AM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 22, 2018, file photo, Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) scrambles for a first down against Texas A&M during the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Tagovailoa was named to The Associated Press Midseason All-America NCAA college football team, Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)
Midterms! Who's hot so far in college football, CFP forecast

By Ralph D. Russo Oct. 16, 2018 02:06 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 7, 2017, file photo, Ohio State defensive end Nick Bosa plays against Maryland during an NCAA college football game, in Columbus, Ohio. Bosa’s college football career is over. The injured All-American defensive end intends to withdraw from Ohio State to spend time rehabilitating and training for an NFL career. He is expected to be a first-round draft pick. No. 2 Ohio State made the announcement on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018.. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete, File)
Injured Bosa leaves Ohio State to prep for pro career

By Mitch Stacy Oct. 16, 2018 12:07 PM EDT

Indiana head coach Tom Allen reacts to a call by the officials during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind. Iowa won 42-16. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)
Hoosiers issue challenge to rebound after 2 straight losses

By Michael Marot Oct. 15, 2018 05:51 PM EDT

Minnesota receiver Rashod Bateman, left, is brought down by Ohio State defensive back Jeffrey Okudah, bottom, as linebacker Tuf Borland follows the play during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Minnesota 30-14. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Some starters returning to banged-up Ohio State defense

By Mitch Stacy Oct. 15, 2018 03:00 PM EDT

Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn looks on during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Tennessee, Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
Overextended: Why schools rush to extend coach contracts

By Ralph D. Russo Oct. 15, 2018 07:04 AM EDT

Memphis running back Darrell Henderson (8) runs for a first down as he is hit by Central Florida linebacker Eriq Gilyard (40) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
STAT WATCH: Alabama hits midway point atop offensive charts

By Eric Olson Oct. 15, 2018 03:08 AM EDT

Texas wide receiver Collin Johnson (9) and defensive lineman Breckyn Hager (44) celebrate their win over Baylor with teammates after an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
AP Top 25 Heat Check: No style points necessary in 2nd half

By Ralph D. Russo Oct. 15, 2018 03:08 AM EDT

Penn State Juwan Johnson (84) pats cornerback Amani Oruwariye after a loss to Michigan State in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in State College, Pa. (Abby Drey/Centre Daily Times via AP)
AP Top 25 Takeaways: Is anybody good? Contenders flail

By Ralph D. Russo Oct. 13, 2018 10:37 PM EDT

Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins drops back to pass against Minnesota during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Minnesota 30-14. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 13 LSU beats No. 2 Georgia 36-16 at Death Valley

By The Associated Pres Oct. 13, 2018 05:16 PM EDT

Ohio State receiver Terry McLaurin, right, catches a touchdown pass over Minnesota defensive back Coney Durr during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 3 Ohio State holds off persistent Minnesota 30-14

By Mitch Stacy Oct. 13, 2018 03:48 PM EDT

Minnesota quarterback Zack Annexstad drops back top pass against Ohio State during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Minnesota at Ohio State 10/13/2018

Oct. 13, 2018 01:57 PM EDT