We've discussed departing players and key replacements, previewed spring practices and analyzed the state of each Big Ten program. Now, we're looking at the conference's position groups.
As part of an ongoing series this week, we're ranking the top three Big Ten teams at each respective position -- in addition to finding the team that could surprise and the squad that needs to step up most. Next up: defensive backs.
Big Ten teams with best defensive backs
Why Iowa has the best DBs: For Iowa, losing Jordan Lomax hurts, but Hawkeyes fans get to enjoy one more season of the great Desmond King at cornerback.