Insider suggests Ohio State, Michigan, Penn State could leave Big Ten
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 3:33 AM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
College football insider Dan Wetzel proposed that Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State might consider leaving the Big Ten to pursue independent status. This idea arises as the College Football Playoff expands to 24 teams, which Wetzel argues may diminish the value of the regular season and conference championships. He cites Notre Dame's successful independent model as a potential path, suggesting that such a move could enhance media revenue and scheduling freedom for the three schools. Wetzel's comments come amid ongoing discussions around the future structure of college football playoff alignments.
- •Dan Wetzel speculates on Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State's future.
- •Wetzel outlines benefits of going independent before playoff expansion.
- •He highlights Notre Dame's successful independent status as a model.
- •A change could significantly increase media revenue and scheduling options.
- •The discussion reflects broader changes anticipated in college football.
- 3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Insider ponders Ohio State, Michigan, Penn State leaving Big Ten over 24-team expansion
"The College Football Playoff race watched Ohio State football strengthen its chances Saturday. Especially in a tight Big Ten Conference race . But one insider brought up a bold idea moving forward involving OSU, Michigan and Penn State. It involves going the independent route before the postseason field increases to 24 teams. College football […] The post Insider ponders Ohio State, Michigan, Penn State leaving Big Ten over 24-team expansion appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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