Michigan ranks fourth in USA TODAY Sports Big Ten power rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 3:08 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
USA TODAY Sports released its Big Ten power rankings on July 13, 2026, placing Michigan at fourth. Ohio State leads the rankings, followed by defending national champion Indiana and Oregon. Michigan's recent performance includes a 17-9 record over the past two years and a victory over Ohio State. The Wolverines, now under head coach Kyle Whittingham, are expected to contend with other strong teams in the conference. Big Ten media days are set to begin in two weeks as the season approaches.
- •Ohio State is ranked first in the Big Ten power rankings.
- •Indiana is second and Oregon is third in the rankings.
- •Michigan's recent record is 17-9 under the previous coach.
- •Kyle Whittingham is the new head coach for Michigan.
- •Big Ten media days start in two weeks.
- 3:08 PMYahoo Sports — USA TODAY Sports ranks Michigan in Big Ten list
"USA TODAY Sports released its Big Ten power rankings with Ohio State on top and Michigan ranked at number four.
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