September 12, 2025

Big Jeff's Insights: Picking the Top 5 Games in the Big Ten in Week 3 and Evaluating AP Poll Bias

1 hour 6 minutes

Join JR on The Big Ten Huddle for Big Jeff's Insights, where Jeff shares his trip to an Indiana game and critiques non-conference scheduling. They dive into AP Poll bias, comparing it to a FanDuel odds-based top 25 ranking—highlighting discrepancies like Illinois being overrated (AP #9 vs. FanDuel ~#20) and USC underrated (unranked AP vs. FanDuel #15). Key takeaways: Big Ten has more elite teams per AP, but SEC edges in Vegas views; other conferences like ACC and Big 12 show variances.

Jeff recaps his 3-2 record from last week, noting surprises like Purdue's upset over Indiana State and Minnesota's dominance. For Week 3 picks:

#1: New Mexico at UCLA

#2: Oregon at Northwestern

#3: Wisconsin at Alabama

#4: USC at Purdue

#5: Minnesota at Cal

Discussions cover team stats, coaching impacts (e.g., Brett Bielema, Lincoln Riley), and young QBs like Drake Lindsey (Minnesota) and Jaron Keawe (Cal). Emphasis on balanced offenses, defenses, and travel factors. Full breakdowns on bigjeffsfootball.com. Like, subscribe, and comment your picks! #BigTenFootball #APPollBias #Week3Picks

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