On Mondays throughout the season, our 30-year college football writer weighs in on his favorite conference:
1. Ohio State (2)
Wonder what Urban Meyer did during his free time? The guess is he designed a bunch of new plays for the Buckeyes.
2. Penn State (3)
Folks in Champaign-Urbana can take a close look at the Nittany Lions on Friday. Without the annoying roar they play at Beaver Stadium.
3. Iowa (5)
Kirk Ferentz is like that reliable old Dodge Caravan you rarely use. Until the good car gets T-boned and you have no choice, it gets you there.