Summary:

This episode breaks down a key week in Big Ten and adjacent college football action. The hosts recap each major matchup, spotlighting standout player performances, big upsets, dramatic finishes, and storylines heading into the next week. Rankings are discussed twice: once with AP numbers, then recalibrated with fresh playoff rankings. The show closes with bold predictions and humorous asides about upcoming games, stadium atmospheres, and crowd energy.

Key Points:

• Oregon vs. Minnesota: Oregon dominated behind Dante Moore's near-perfect passing and a stifling run defense. Minnesota's young QB gained valuable experience despite the lopsided score.
• Indiana vs. Wisconsin: Indiana remained unbeaten, with Fernando Mendoza breaking the school single-season TD record and the defense shutting out Wisconsin in the second half.
• USC vs. Iowa: USC mounted a big comeback from 11 down, with Mikhail Lemon starring and the defense clamping Iowa post-halftime. Iowa's first half saw a rare triple-threat TD from Markanowski.
• Penn State vs. Michigan State: PSU rode Katron Allen to snap a losing streak, capitalizing on Michigan State's ongoing Big Ten woes in what's humorously dubbed the "Lizard Bowl."
• Illinois vs. Maryland: Illinois controlled the game with tough defense and efficient rushing, handing Maryland another defeat.
• Washington vs. Purdue: Washington bounced back behind Adam Mohammed's 3-TD day. The Purdue game included a scary moment when Washington freshman receiver Raiden Vines-Brite was taken off in an ambulance, but he’s reported to be okay.
• Ohio State vs. UCLA: OSU's ground game exploded despite top receivers being out. Ohio State’s defense continued a historic run of holding opponents under 100 rushing yards.
• Michigan vs. Northwestern: A nail-biter at Wrigley Field, Michigan survived late turnovers to win on a last-second field goal; Andrew Marsh and Jordan Marshall both starred, with injuries and shaky late-game execution almost costing the Wolverines.
• Upcoming Games Preview: The episode features lively predictions for marquee matchups like Ohio State-Rutgers, Michigan-Maryland, and USC-Oregon, including ticket price jokes and musings on stadiums after dark.
• Playoff Picture: The hosts break down the week 13 playoff bracket and the recalibrated top 25, with Big Ten teams moving up or solidifying chances.

Fun and Notable Moments:

• Rebranding the Penn State/Michigan State matchup as the "Lizard Bowl," adding a running joke for future shows.
• A comedic take about how tickets for lackluster games are cheaper than the stadium hotdogs.
• Callbacks to classic video game moments, such as a linebacker with a “video game-like interception.”
• Lighthearted griping about games at Wrigley Field ("not conducive to playing football in") and “Big Ten after dark.”
• Comments about coaching hot seats and the unpredictability of midseason favorites.