It wasn't the matchup anyone was expecting, but Penn State and Wisconsin kept winning all season to set up a showdown in the 2016 Big Ten Championship Game.
Wisconsin overcame consecutive losses against Michigan and Ohio State to earn its fourth appearance in the conference title game. Penn State has won eight straight games after a 49-10 loss against Michigan to earn its first-ever berth in Big Ten title game.
2016 Big Ten Championship Game Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Start Time (ET) | Network |
| Saturday, Dec. |