USC and UCLA lead Big Ten standings after Week 3 football action
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 6:56 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
USC and UCLA have emerged at the top of the Big Ten standings following successful openers in Week 3. USC held off Rutgers in their matchup, while UCLA secured a late victory against Purdue. No teams have clinched bowl eligibility yet, as six wins are needed. Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Nebraska, Penn State, UCLA, and Washington are halfway to the requirement. The next week of games includes several key matchups, such as Penn State hosting Wisconsin and USC facing Oregon.
- •USC improves to 4-0, winning their Big Ten opener versus Rutgers.
- •UCLA wins against Purdue, sitting at 3-0 overall.
- •No Big Ten teams have secured bowl eligibility after Week 3.
- •Next week's schedule features Penn State vs. Wisconsin.
- •Rutgers is in danger of missing postseason play.
- 6:56 AMYahoo Sports — Updated Big Ten football standings and bowl eligibility after Week 3
"USC and UCLA take the early lead in the Big Ten standings after winning their Big Ten openers in Week 3.
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