The Bruins and Trojans open their seasons Aug. 30, with their first matches against Big Ten opponents on Sept. 27. How much more challenging will travel be? … [Read more...] about What does UCLA’s and USC’s transition to the Big Ten look like for women’s volleyball?
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18 Big Ten Players Land on Lombardi Trophy Watchlist
The Big Ten has been rolling in preseason award watchlists and the Lombardi is just the latest. The Lombardy Trophy is awarded yearly to the top lineman or linebacker. And, for this year, a pair of tight ends hit the list as well. In the first week, the Maxwell Award, Bronko Nagurski Trophy, Outland Trophy, Jim Thorpe Award, Paul Hornung Award, Wuerffel Trophy, Ray Gay Award, … [Read more...] about 18 Big Ten Players Land on Lombardi Trophy Watchlist
USC lineman Bear Alexander is pushing to become the Big Ten star the Trojans need
Eric Henderson had barely settled into his office at USC before Bear Alexander appeared in the new defensive line coach's doorway, eager to improve his play. … [Read more...] about USC lineman Bear Alexander is pushing to become the Big Ten star the Trojans need
19 Big Ten Players Land on Bednarik Award Watchlist
Preseason awards season is starting to wrap up with the first of two defensive watchlists dropping on Monday. This time, it’s the Bednarik Award which is presented to the top defensive player in college football. This year will be the 30th season of the award. In the first week, the Maxwell Award, Bronko Nagurski Trophy, Outland Trophy, Jim Thorpe Award, Paul Hornung Award, … [Read more...] about 19 Big Ten Players Land on Bednarik Award Watchlist
Six Big Ten Centers Land on Rimington Trophy Watchlist
College football is right around the corner and preseason awards season is winding down. On Friday, the Rimington Trophy watchlist dropped, and six Big Ten centers were honored. Each year, the Rimington Trophy is awarded to the nation’s top center. This year, the committee worked with Pro Football Focus to narrow down its list to just 40 names heading into the 2024 season. The … [Read more...] about Six Big Ten Centers Land on Rimington Trophy Watchlist