The Big Ten is going to make a business decision — and it’s the right decision. The conference will reportedly waive a six-game requirement to make its championship game, which will allow No. 4 Ohio State (5-0) to represent the East division against No. 14 Northwestern (5-1) on Dec. 19. From a strictly business perspective, it makes sense. The Buckeyes get a sixth game and a chance to win a fourth straight conference championship. Ohio State likely makes another College Football Playoff appearance and will fight it out with perennial contenders in No. 1 Alabama, No. 2 Notre Dame and No. 3 Clemson. MORE: College Football Playoff rankings: Who are the top four teams after Week 14? The politics of that decision might get twisted once it’s made. Did the Big Ten protect its biggest football brand? Do the Buckeyes always get their way? And, for the selection committee: Is…
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