DiscoverLocked On Big 10 – Daily College Football & Basketball PodcastSEPARATION! USC Trojans CLIMB to Big Ten TOP TIER; Michigan Wolverines NOT READY for PRIMETIME!
SEPARATION!  USC Trojans CLIMB to Big Ten TOP TIER; Michigan Wolverines NOT READY for PRIMETIME!

SEPARATION! USC Trojans CLIMB to Big Ten TOP TIER; Michigan Wolverines NOT READY for PRIMETIME!

Update: 2025-10-14
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USC Trojans football just delivered a statement win that could reshape the entire Big Ten Conference hierarchy. Lincoln Riley's squad dominated the Michigan Wolverines 31-13, potentially elevating themselves into the elite tier alongside Ohio State Buckeyes, Oregon Ducks, and Indiana Hoosiers.

We break down how USC's dominant performance against Michigan exposed the Wolverines' limitations while showcasing the Trojans' playoff potential. From Jayden Maiava's impressive 72% completion rate and 13 touchdown passes to the emergence of walk-on running back King Miller, USC demonstrated they're ready for prime time. Meanwhile, Michigan's struggles without injured running back Justice Haynes and quarterback Bryce Underwood's inconsistent receiving corps highlight why the Wolverines aren't quite ready for championship contention.

We also examine the coaching carousel heating up across the Big Ten, with James Franklin's shocking $49 million buyout at Penn State sending ripples through the conference. Could Luke Fickell at the Wisconsin Badgers or Jonathan Smith at the Michigan State Spartans be next? Plus, we analyze the Nebraska Cornhuskers' rise to #25 in the polls and whether Matt Rhule might have his eyes on Happy Valley.

Watch now to discover why this USC victory could be the turning point that transforms the Big Ten's power structure heading into the College Football Playoff race.

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SEPARATION!  USC Trojans CLIMB to Big Ten TOP TIER; Michigan Wolverines NOT READY for PRIMETIME!

SEPARATION! USC Trojans CLIMB to Big Ten TOP TIER; Michigan Wolverines NOT READY for PRIMETIME!

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