Match result: Bye week

Previous ranking: 18

AP poll: Not classified

What's next?: Northwest

Analysis: Purdue received its bye this week, giving it additional time to recover from the loss Oregon dealt it last week. Purdue could win a few more games if it runs the ball well and Ryan Browne plays well, but there is no prayer for the postseason.

Match result: L 40-14 against Iowa

Previous ranking: 17

AP poll: Not rated

What's next?: at Purdue

Analysis: Northwestern lost everything it found two weeks ago and fell hard to Iowa this week. The Hawkeyes don't normally win on offense, but today they had success throughout the Northwest.

Match result: Bye week

Previous ranking: 16

AP poll: Not rated

What's next?: in Nebraska

Analysis: UCLA has this week off, and when it regroups it will look to build on what it found last week against Rutgers. These Bruins won't face each other most Saturdays, but if they have a strong bye week, they can finish the season strong.

For more UCLA news and analysis, stay tuned to UCLA Wire!

Match result: L 31-17 against Indiana

Previous ranking: 15

AP poll: Not rated

What's next?: at USC

Analysis: Once again, Washington looked deflated. This week the Huskies took on the undefeated Indiana Hoosiers, but never competed. Washington needs to pick up two wins in four games to qualify for the bowl, and getting those two could be difficult.

For more Washington news and analysis, click here UW Huskies Wire!

Match result: S 24-17 vs. Michigan State

Previous ranking: 14

AP poll: Not classified

What's next?: Oregon

Analysis: Michigan got a much-needed win this week, beating its in-state rival. It could give the Wolverines some momentum next week against Oregon, but I don't think Michigan has a chance in this game.

For more Michigan news and analysis, click here Wolverine's Wire!

Match result: N 48-23 against Minnesota

Previous ranking: 13

AP poll: Not rated

What's next?: Bye week

Analysis: Maryland has had some success this season, but overall it is not a great football team. They scored some late goals against Minnesota, but were far from the Golden Gophers on the field this week.

Match result: L 42-20 against USC

Previous ranking: 12

AP poll: Not rated

What's next?: Bye week

Analysis: Both Rutgers and USC have been under fraud watch, but it was clear Friday that USC at least has Rutgers under control. After a great 4-0 start to the year, the Scarlet Knights have fallen apart and may have a tough time making it to bowl season.

Match result: S 40-14 against Northwestern

Previous ranking: 11

AP poll: Not rated

What's next?: Wisconsin

Analysis: Iowa embarrassed Northwestern today and proved that at least it isn't at the bottom of the conference. They face Wisconsin next week in what will be a telling game for both teams.

For more Iowa news and analysis, click here Hawkeye's Wire!

Match result: N 24-17 against Michigan

Previous ranking: 10

AP poll: Not rated

What's next?: Indiana

Analysis: Michigan State's loss to Michigan is beyond disappointing, and not just because it came against a rival. The Spartans had a chance to establish themselves as an upper-middle-of-the-pack Big Ten team, but a loss to Michigan ruins it all.

For more Michigan State news and analysis, click here Spartan's Wire!

Match result: S 42-20 vs. Rutgers

Previous ranking: 9

AP poll: Not classified

What's next?: in Washington

Analysis: After a series of tough losses and another disappointing start to the season, USC got a much-needed win against Rutgers. The quality of their opponents may not have been great this week, but the Trojans dominated Rutgers just like they should. This win puts USC back at .500 and could jump-start the Trojans heading into the final third of the season.

Find more USC news and analysis here Trojan Wire!

Match result: S 48-23 against Maryland

Previous ranking: 8

AP poll: Not rated

What's next?: in Illinois

Analysis: Minnesota's start to the season was poor, but it has done everything it's needed to since then. This week's win against Maryland was dominant and the Golden Gophers are now a dangerous team for any opponent.

Match result: N 21-17 against Ohio State

Previous ranking: 7

AP poll: Not classified

What's next?: UCLA

Analysis: Nebraska was embarrassed last week against Indiana, but this week they shined against Ohio State – despite losing. You don't get any trophies for almost winning, but a head-to-head matchup with a top-five team deserves recognition.

For more Nebraska news and analysis, visit Cornhuskers Wire!

Match result: L 28-13 vs. Penn State

Previous ranking: 6

AP poll: Not classified

What's next?: in Iowa

Analysis: Wisconsin had a great first half against Penn State, but they couldn't sustain it. I still think the Badgers are a good team, but they are outside the upper echelons.

For more Wisconsin news and analysis, visit Badgers Wire!

Match result: L 38-9 against Oregon

Previous ranking: 7

AP poll: No. 20

What's next?: Minnesota

Analysis: Oregon exposed a lot of Illinois' problems this week, but the Fighting Illini are still a strong team. Their game against Minnesota next week will be a good matchup, but I prefer the Illini.

Match result: S 31-17 against Washington

Previous ranking: 5

AP poll: No. 13

What's next?: at Michigan State

Analysis: Indiana had one of their toughest matches this week, but they handled it with ease. The Hoosiers are the real deal and could compete for a spot in the College Football Playoff.

Match result: S 28-13 against Wisconsin

Pprevious ranking: 3

AP poll: No. 3

What's next?: Ohio State

Analysis: Penn State played with its food for a while against Wisconsin, but they took care of business in the second half. Next week will be their real test, but Penn State showed today that they are undefeated for a reason.

For more Penn State news and analysis, click here Nittany Lions Wire!

Match result: S 21-17 vs. Ohio State

Previous ranking: 2

AP poll: No. 4

What's next?: at Penn State

Analysis: Ohio State had a bad hangover during the Oregon/bye week and almost lost to Nebraska. They survived, but next week they face a difficult task in Happy Valley.

For more Ohio State news and analysis, click here Horse chestnut wire!

Match result: S 38-9 against Illinois

Previous ranking: 1

AP poll: #2

What's next?: in Michigan

Analysis: Oregon edged out Illinois, reaffirming its spot as the No. 1 team in the country. The Ducks have a clear path toward an undefeated regular season. All they have to do is execute.