Oregon Ducks ranked second in 2026 Big Ten preseason media poll
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 2:02 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Oregon Ducks have been selected to finish second in the Big Ten preseason media poll, released during Big Ten Media Days in Chicago. Ohio State Buckeyes received the top spot, marking their tenth time leading the poll since 2011. Indiana Hoosiers are placed third, while other notable teams include USC Trojans and Michigan Wolverines. The media also speculated that three Big Ten teams may qualify for the College Football Playoff, with strong expectations for Ohio State, Oregon, and Indiana to reach the championship game.
- •Big Ten preseason poll identifies Ohio State first, Oregon second.
- •Indiana Hoosiers rank third in the poll.
- •Three Big Ten teams are projected for the College Football Playoff.
- •Oregon is expected to compete in the championship game.
- 2:02 PMYahoo Sports — Where Oregon Ducks picked to finish in 2026 Big Ten preseason poll
"The Oregon Ducks have been picked to finish near the top of the conference, according to the annual Big Ten preseason media poll.
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