Big Ten Football: 3 Reasons Why the Conference Is Better off with 1 BCS Bowl Bid

Over the last five years, the Big Ten has been in constant defense mode trying to protect its position among the elite conferences. The annual losses in September combined with poor bowl records have tarnished its strength and reputation.

It is no secret that Ohio State is being punished in the polls this year based on the perception that the conference is not that good. Excuses are plenty in the Midwest, but the verdict has played out on the field.

The Buckeyes are expected to win out and head to the Rose Bowl instead of the BCS National Championship game. If they do, here are three reasons why the Big Ten should seek just one BCS Bowl bid.

Michigan State and Wisconsin Not Worthy

The Badgers and Spartans are both quality teams that appear to be peaking at the right time, but their accomplishments feel more like an indictment on the Big Ten than a solid improvement in performance.

Should Wisconsin’s boneheaded loss to Arizona State be ignored because it managed to run through the Big Ten with just one loss to the Buckeyes? How about Michigan State’s loss to Notre Dame?

The fact remains that both of these teams failed their one true nonconference test. Furthermore, outside of the Spartans’ win over the Wolverines, neither team has really beaten a team with a pulse. Rewarding either team with a BCS bowl bid would exemplify what is wrong with the current system: giving undeserving…

Continue Reading: Big Ten Football: 3 Reasons Why the Conference Is Better off with 1 BCS Bowl Bid