The new look Big Ten not only includes the defending national champions, Michigan Wolverines,
but also the runner-up, Washington Huskies, who left the Pac-12, along with other schools
including Oregon, to join this power conference. And with no Jim Harbaugh, It’s Ohio State as
the odds-on favorites, in fact the Buckeyes are the biggest favorites among all schools to win a
conference title. But can they do it, or will one of the new schools in the Big Ten come out on
top?
Ohio State Buckeyes (+135)
After losing to Michigan in three straight seasons, it appears the Buckeyes finally have a path to
return to the championship game. Ohio State brought back more than half a dozen players who
almost left for the NFL and also added two top 10 players via the transfer portal. But the biggest
piece was adding QB Will Howard from Kansas State, who could be a top tier pick in the 2025
NFL Draft.
Oregon Ducks (+190)
The biggest threat for the Buckeyes may be a team that wasn’t even in the conference a year
ago. The Oregon Ducks are a legit contender to not only win the conference, but a national title.
Many feel the Ducks have one of the deepest and most talented lineups in the country. Dan
Lanning could have left for Alabama but stuck around because he feels he can take his team
far. Dillon Gabriel comes in from Oklahoma and replaces Bo Nix who was drafted by Denver.
A key target will be Evan Stewart who comes in from Texas A&M. The defense will be led by
defensive lineman Jordan Burch, and that side of the ball could send several players to the
show next year.
Michigan Wolverines (+750)
Let’s see now, Jim Harbaugh left for the NFL, quarterback J.J. McCarthy was drafted by the
Vikings, and a dozen others from last year's championship team were drafted by NFL teams.
While there is a big turnover, new head coach Sherrone Moore still has an abundance of
firepower with this roster. Tight end Colston Loveland and running back Donovan Edwards are
considered top level players at their position. And defensively, the Wolverines could have two
players taken in the top-10 of next year's draft. The defending champs should not be
overlooked especially at this price.
2024-25 Big 10 Conference Championship Odds
Ohio State +135
Oregon +190
Penn State +500
Michigan +750
USC +1800
Iowa +2500
Nebraska +4000
Washington +5000
Wisconsin +6600
Maryland +10000
UCLA +10000
Michigan State +20000
Illinois +20000
Minnesota +20000
Purdue +25000
Indiana +25000
Northwestern +30000