The 2017 season is still several months away. But we never stop looking forward here at the Big Ten blog.
It may be ridiculously early, but we’re examining what will be the must-win game and the potential trap game for each league team this fall. Up next: the Wisconsin Badgers.
Must-win game: Oct. 7 at Nebraska. The two most consistent West Division contenders during the last half decade have a good chance to be at the top of the list for a trip to Indianapolis again in December. The winner of this early conference matchup will likely be in control of their postseason hopes as they hit the halfway point of the season.