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Big Ten teams prepare for pivotal Week 7 matchups

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 9:07 PM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Big Ten teams prepare for pivotal Week 7 matchups

Summary

This weekend's Big Ten schedule features critical games including No. 4 Ohio State at No. 5 Indiana and Washington at Purdue. Ohio State, coming off a strong start to the season, faces a tough opponent in undefeated Indiana, who has home-field advantage. Meanwhile, Washington looks to end its three-game losing streak against a Purdue team with recent momentum from back-to-back wins. Other notable games include Northwestern visiting Michigan State and Nebraska traveling to Oregon. With multiple teams in contention for bowl eligibility, these matchups carry significant implications for postseason prospects.

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By the Numbers

•Ohio State (5-1) plays Indiana (6-0) on Saturday at noon.
•Washington (3-3) faces Purdue (3-3) on Friday night.
•Northwestern (4-1) visits Michigan State (2-4) Saturday afternoon.
•Nebraska (5-1) travels to Oregon (3-2) for a late night game.
•Impact of these games affects bowl eligibility and standings.

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There’s a headline game in the Big Ten this weekend…and some other games, too. FRIDAY NIGHT Washington (3-3, 0-3) at Purdue (3-3, 2-1), 8 p.m. on FOX Details: Who is the more surprising 0-3 Big Ten team? Washington or Penn State? Well, the Huskies travel west to take on a Purdue team that suddenly has […]
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