We all know how bad the offseason was for Ohio State football, but how that drama would affect the Buckeyes on the field was one of September’s most interesting college football storylines. It has not been pretty. After Jim Tressel and Terrelle Pryor departed OSU amid a laundry list of NCAA violations, new coach Luke Fickell was left with a depleted roster and no answer at quarterback.

By Braden Gall (@AthlonBraden on Twitter)

Post-Week 5 Big Ten Power Rankings

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By Steven Lassan (@AthlonSteven on Twitter)

How is this for an introduction into the Big Ten? Nebraska’s first game in the conference is in Madison, home of the defending Big Ten champs and one of the top 10 teams in college football.

Sounds easy right?

This matchup was surrounded by a lot of hype in the offseason and should live up to it on Saturday.

By Mitch Light (@AthlonMitch)

Here are previews and predictions for the 10 best college football games this weekend.

By Braden Gall (@AthlonBraden on Twitter)

Post-Week 4 Big Ten Power Rankings

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By Steven Lassan (@AthlonSteven on Twitter)

Post-Week 3 Big Ten Power Rankings

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By Patrick Snow (@AthlonSnowman on Twitter)

Michigan fans have to be elated with new coach Brady Hoke after the Wolverines’ stunning finish against Notre Dame. The Big House was rather quiet at the end of three quarters, but then a first-ever, late night party ensued as Denard Robinson led UM back to an improbable, last-second win over the Irish. But how far can Michigan go?

By Steven Lassan (@AthlonSteven on Twitter)