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Illinois head men's basketball coach Brad Underwood yells from the sideline. Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Illinois coach Brad Underwood thinks reporter’s question is ‘a bunch of crap’

"So, yeah, next question. I didn't like that one very much."

By Matt Clapp OnMar 9, 2026 0
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Big Ten, SEC push back on college football media rights consolidation

There has been a growing push to centralize media rights in college sports similar to the NFL or NBA.

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 26, 2026 0
Ohio State head men's basketball coach Jake Diebler and Fox Sports play-by-play announcer Gus Johnson. Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images (Jake Diebler); Fox (Gus Johnson)

Ohio State basketball coach Jake Diebler addresses Gus Johnson’s comments on NIL spending

Gus Johnson said during a Fox broadcast, "Ohio State, they’ve given all the money to Ryan Day."

By Matt Clapp OnFeb 17, 2026 0
Jan 20, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard (18) prepares to hand off the ball during the third quarter against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images

Details of Big Ten’s 24-team College Football Playoff proposal revealed

The proposal calls for the elimination of conference championship games and two weeks of on-campus matchups.

By Ben Axelrod OnFeb 13, 2026 0
Bill Moos and Nebraska

Bill Moos says he secretly attempted to get Nebraska out of the Big Ten and back to the Big 12

Moos was "secretly testing the waters of returning to what was still known as the Big 12."

By Sean Keeley OnFeb 10, 2026 0
During FS1's 'Wake Up Barstool,' Dave Portnoy slammed ESPN's Ryan Clark for his 'non-player' dig at Peter Schrager.

Dave Portnoy explains why Big 12 has embraced him more than Big Ten

"That type of attitude will always come back to bite you in the long run."

By Ben Axelrod OnFeb 7, 2026 0
Illinois big man David Mirkovic has a wild interview after the team's upset win at Purdue. Credit: WCIA3 (Central Illinois CBS affiliate)

Illinois’ David Mirkovic: ‘If we lost today, and I wasn’t playing (through injury), I would kill myself probably’

"When you come out there and see 14,000 drunk fans cussing at you, you're gonna be good."

By Matt Clapp OnJan 24, 2026 0
Illinois star Keaton Wagler's performance vs Purdue led to a wild quote from teammate Jake Davis. Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images (Keaton Wagler); Joey Wagner of Illini Inquirer (Jake Davis)

Keaton Wagler’s Illinois teammate on Purdue game: ‘Sh*t, this motherf*cker is making everything’

The freshman guard went off for 46 points in Illinois' road win over Purdue.

By Matt Clapp OnJan 24, 2026 0
Ohio State mascot Brutus Buckeye fires up the crowd on Fox Big Noon Kickoff prior to the NCAA football game between the Buckeyes and the Penn State Nittany Lions at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Nov. 1, 2025.

Fox Sports exec predicts Big Ten will eventually close ratings gap on SEC

"B1G probably won’t catch the SEC in ratings next year but this margin will close."

By Ben Axelrod OnJan 23, 2026 0
ESPN's Booger McFarland still thinks the SEC is the top conference in college football. Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images (Booger McFarland); Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images (SEC logo)

Booger McFarland: ‘The best conference in America is still the SEC’

"Make no mistake about it."

By Matt Clapp OnJan 23, 2026 0
Paul Finebaum SEC

Paul Finebaum: SEC is in ‘crisis’ following 3 straight Big Ten national titles

"Indiana winning just made it worse."

By Ben Axelrod OnJan 21, 2026 0
UCLA Bruins head men's basketball coach Mick Cronin is frustrated on the sideline. Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Mick Cronin after UCLA gets ‘ass kicked’: ‘Blame me. I recruited them.’

"I signed them as free agents... I can't trade guys."

By Matt Clapp OnJan 18, 2026 0
Dec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; A detailed view of the College Football Playoff logo on the pylon during the game between the Miami Hurricanes and Ohio State Buckeyes during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Big Ten reportedly seeking commitment for 24-team College Football Playoff in near future

The deadline for a new format is Jan. 23.

By Ben Axelrod OnJan 12, 2026 0
Screengrab via Big Ten

College Basketball

B1G+ streaming platform is holding the Big Ten back

Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

College Football

The SEC narrative is good for college football

Appearing on 'First Take,' Cam Newton said TV ratings prove that the SEC is still college football's top conference.

Cam Newton: TV ratings prove SEC is still college football’s top conference

"However great Coach [Curt] Cignetti is, you still know, I'm not about to go watch Indiana football."

By Ben Axelrod OnJan 2, 2026 0
Jan 20, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Urban Meyer looks on during the second half the CFP National Championship college football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Urban Meyer: Matt Campbell and Kyle Whittingham hires saved Big Ten from ‘major possible tragedy’

The Big Ten now appears to be in better shape than it was just a few weeks ago.

By Ben Axelrod OnDec 29, 2025 0
Dave Portnoy announces partnership with Fox Sports, Big Noon Kickoff

Dave Portnoy mocks ‘hilarious’ private emails showing Ohio State officials calling his Fox deal ‘disappointing’

We still don't know exactly how this partnership came together or what the source of friction is between Fox, the Big Ten, and schools like Ohio State.

By Brendon Kleen OnDec 21, 2025 0
The Nebraska Cornhuskers beat the Illinois Fighting Illini on a buzzer-beating three. Photo Credit: Peacock

‘I’m gonna pass out’: Nebraska announcer loses his mind on buzzer-beater

"I'm gonna pass out! The game is over! Nebraska wins it!"

By Matt Clapp OnDec 15, 2025 0
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza delivers a heartfelt message during his Heisman Trophy acceptance speech. Photo Credit: ESPN on ABC

Fernando Mendoza sends inspirational message to young athletes in Heisman speech

"The truth is, you don't need the most stars, hype, or rankings. You just need discipline, heart, and people who believe in you."

By Matt Clapp OnDec 13, 2025 0
Indiana Ohio State Big Ten conference championship

Indiana-Ohio State Big Ten championship game sets new ratings record

Even though there weren't any playoff implications, Indiana's victory over Ohio State in the Big Ten title game still drew a massive audience.

By Matt Yoder OnDec 9, 2025 0
Indiana Hoosiers star quarterback Fernando Mendoza does a postgame interview on Fox after Indiana beats Ohio State in the Big Ten Championship Game. Photo Credit: Fox

Fernando Mendoza in Fox postgame interview: ‘The Hoosiers are flippin’ champs!’

"Who ever thought the Hoosiers would be here?! But now the Hoosiers are flippin' champs! Let's go!"

By Matt Clapp OnDec 7, 2025 0
Dec 7, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Big Ten Commissioner Tony Pettiti walks the sidelines prior to the Big Ten Championship between the Oregon Ducks and the Penn State Nittany Lions at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

It’s not going well for Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti

The Big Ten may still be atop the college football world on the field, but off the field has been a different story.

By Ben Axelrod OnDec 4, 2025 0
A detail view of a logo for the Big Ten Conference

NBC ‘still talking’ with Prime Video about Big Ten Championship deal despite Fox opposition

The network is seeking around $70 million for the game.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 1, 2025 0
Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq hauls in a touchdown catch as the Oregon Ducks host the USC Trojans on Nov. 22, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.

Paul Finebaum thinks USC regrets leaving the Pac-12

"Because who are they anymore?"

By Sam Neumann OnNov 24, 2025 0

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