1) Purdue
Last week: 1
Again, easy pick. When #1 in the power rankings goes 2-0, they stay at number 1.
2) Rutgers
Last week: 6
This is not your grandfather’s Rutgers. The Scarlet Knights already own the best win so far in conference play and after beating Ohio State and a hot Northwestern team, they sit as the second best team at the moment.
3) Illinois
Last week: 7
The fighting Illini have rattled off 4 straight victories after starting conference play 0-3. They have knocked off Wisconsin and Michigan State at home as well as Nebraska and Minnesota on the road, all by at least 9 points.