Mark Ingram II, former Heisman Trophy winner and FOX Sports analyst, believes the Big Ten is the premier conference in college football. His comments come ahead of the crucial matchup between the top-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes and the second-ranked Indiana Hoosiers. This game will determine the Big Ten champion.
Key Matchup: Ohio State vs. Indiana
The highly-anticipated game features standout quarterbacks: Fernando Mendoza of Indiana, named the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year, and Julian Sayin of Ohio State, recognized as the conference’s Freshman of the Year. This quarterback duel adds significant intrigue to the championship showdown.
Ingram’s Bold Declaration
Ingram asserts that the Big Ten’s recent success positions it as the best conference in college football. He notes that the Big Ten has won the last two national championships. Moreover, three teams from this conference, including Ohio State and Indiana, rank among the top five in the College Football Playoff standings.
Conference Supremacy
- Top Teams: Ohio State, Indiana, and Oregon (ranked No. 5)
- National Titles: Big Ten won consecutive national championships in the past two seasons.
- CFP Representation: Three Big Ten teams are in the College Football Playoff field.
While fans of the SEC may contest this claim, the evidence supports the perception of Big Ten supremacy. Brady Quinn, another FOX CFB analyst and former Notre Dame quarterback, echoed Ingram’s beliefs about the conference’s status.
As Ohio State aims for a repeat national title following Michigan’s victory two years ago, the stakes remain high in this competitive landscape. The upcoming championship will be a crucial indicator of whether the Big Ten can solidify its reputation as college football’s best conference.
