Oregon begins the Big Ten's top tier entering 2025. That tier mirrors the 2024 standings, which doesn't come as a surprise. The Ducks are an odds-on favorite to return to the CFP (57.5%), with a 4.3% shot to win the national title.

ESPN's Football Power Index (FPI) projects Michigan State to finish 5-7 in the 2025 season, ranking them 59th nationally. This projection suggests a fourth straight losing season and no bowl game appearance for the Spartans.

E ntering 2025, what's likely going to be the strength of the Michigan football defense will be the defensive line. It's been a theme of the Wolverines over the last several seaso