Big Ten power poll ranks Illinois and Michigan State at the top
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
College SportsThe Big Ten power poll for the 2026-27 season ranks Illinois as the top team, bolstered by the return of five key rotation players from a Final Four squad and recent signings, including transfer Stefan Vaaks. Michigan State follows closely, with preseason standout Jeremy Fears Jr. returning after exploring the NBA draft. Rankings were established following the NBA draft withdrawal deadline and major transfer portal movements. Other teams in the mix include Michigan, USC, and Ohio State, each looking to improve after varied recent performances. The rankings indicate possible trajectories as summer roster developments continue.
- •Illinois ranked first, retaining five Final Four players.
- •Michigan State's Jeremy Fears Jr. returns as a key player.
- •Michigan and USC also feature prominently in the rankings.
- •Ohio State aims to regain top five positioning this season.
- •Roster changes could significantly affect team performance.
- 2:51 PMYahoo Sports — Good Morning, Illini Nation: Summertime Big Ten power poll
"Jun. 13—Lincoln Williams signing with Illinois on Monday proves there could still be some summer surprises on the roster building front in the Big Ten. But in the wake of the NBA draft withdrawal deadline and most of the major transfer portal moves already made, it's safe to make some assumptions about how all 18 teams might stack up for the 2026-27 season. Here's how I see the league roughly ...
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