The Big Ten conference is extremely competitive, but as what is typical in Power Five conferences, we see a fairly large talent gap between the haves and have-nots. Ohio State is typically running the show in the Big Ten, but I think there are some unique opportunities for someone to potentially come out of nowhere and take the crown.
Maybe nowhere is a bit extreme, but there are a number of Big Ten teams who have consistently underachieved and Michigan winning the title last season after nearly a decade of shining the shoes of Ohio State should give some hope to others. The following three teams could be primed to exceed expectations.
