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Curt Cignetti takes top spot in Big Ten football coach rankings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 8:31 AM

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Curt Cignetti takes top spot in Big Ten football coach rankings

Summary

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti has been ranked as the top head coach in the Big Ten, following a remarkable turnaround that saw the Hoosiers achieve an unbeaten national championship. Cignetti holds a record of 27-2 overall, with a 17-1 mark in the Big Ten since arriving in Bloomington. Ryan Day of Ohio State and Dan Lanning of Oregon are ranked second and third, respectively. This assessment reflects a broader evaluation of head coaches within a competitive as the 2026 season approaches. Upcoming challenges will test the abilities of each coach as they prepare their teams for the new season.

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By the Numbers

•Curt Cignetti is 27-2 at Indiana, leading to top ranking.
•Ryan Day follows Cignetti at second after winning a national title in 2024.
•Dan Lanning ranks third with a strong record at Oregon.
•Kirk Ferentz of Iowa and Kyle Whittingham at Michigan are also highly ranked.
•The rankings reflect significant coaching changes and team performances ahead of the 2026 season.

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