No one would argue that the Big Ten’s East Division is far superior to the West. That’s been true since the divisions were formed in 2014, and it seems to be especially true this fall.
Consider five East Division teams — Ohio State, Penn State, Michigan, Maryland — have unblemished conference records while only two West Division squads — Nebraska, Wisconsin — are still unbeaten in league play.
Here are the Big Ten power rankings heading into Week 6:
Week 5: 56-0 loss to Ohio State.
Skinny: With an injury-riddled defensive backfield and an anemic offense, the bye week couldn’t come at a better time for the Scarlet Knights.