Big Ten teams prepare for potential 2026 trap games
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 1:10 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
As the 2026 college football season approaches, Big Ten teams recognize several potential trap games that could derail championship aspirations. Teams such as Illinois face at Maryland on October 31, while Indiana hosts Minnesota the same day after tough matchups. Iowa travels to Northwestern on November 7, and Maryland visits UConn on September 12. Michigan's trap game is a home finale against UCLA on November 21, and Michigan State faces Northwestern on October 17. These games come amid key rivalries and critical season moments, highlighting the thin margin for error in pursuing playoff positions.
- •Illinois plays at Maryland on October 31.
- •Indiana hosts Minnesota after facing Ohio State and Michigan.
- •Iowa visits Northwestern on November 7.
- •Maryland travels to UConn on September 12.
- •Michigan's home finale is against UCLA on November 21.
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"Big Ten teams should be wary of these games heading into the 2026 season
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