BTN analyst lists Michigan State as favorite in Big Ten rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 12:50 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Michigan State is emerging as a top contender in the Big Ten preseason rankings, according to Rapheal Davis from the Big Ten Network. He ranks the Spartans as the best team in the league, ahead of their rival Michigan and other notable teams like Purdue and Illinois. This assertion comes amid various polls suggesting Michigan State holds a strong position alongside teams like Illinois and Michigan. As the offseason progresses, opinions on the leading teams are likely to evolve as preparations for the upcoming season continue.
- •Rapheal Davis ranks Michigan State first in Big Ten preseason rankings.
- •Davis's rankings differ from other analysts who favor Illinois or Michigan.
- •Other teams in Davis's top six include Purdue, Illinois, Maryland, and USC.
- •Michigan State has been consistently ranked highly in national polls.
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