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Penn State Tops Big Ten Rankings; Michigan State Struggles

3/6/2025

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Penn State football is riding high, securing the top spot in USA TODAY's pre-spring Big Ten power rankings for 2025 after a stellar season. With star quarterback Drew Allar leading the charge, the Nittany Lions are eyeing a national championship. Meanwhile, Michigan State finds itself at 13th, grappling with challenges under new head coach Jonathan Smith.

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Penn State football is riding high, securing the top spot in USA TODAY's pre-spring Big Ten power rankings for 2025 after a stellar season. With star quarterback Drew Allar leading the charge, the Nittany Lions are eyeing a national championship. Meanwhile, Michigan State finds itself at 13th, grappling with challenges under new head coach Jonathan Smith.