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The Big Ten Conference began in 1896 when representatives from seven universities met in Chicago to discuss what would become the foundation of the “Intercollegiate Conference Athletic Association.” At that time, the conference consisted of the Perdue University, University of Chicago, University of Illinois, University of Michigan, University of Wisconsin, University of Minnesota and Northwestern University. Indiana University, the State University of Iowa and Ohio State University would eventually join. Although the public had long been referring to the conference as the “Big Ten,” the name wasn’t used in an official capacity until 1987. The Big Ten Conference is headquartered in Rosemont, Illinois. Jim Delany is the current commissioner.

Today, Big Ten members includes Indiana University, University of Maryland, University of Michigan, Michigan State University, Ohio State University, Pennsylvania State University, Rutgers University in the East Division and University of Illinois, University of Iowa, University of Minnesota, University Nebraska, Northwestern University, Purdue University and University of Wisconsin in the West Division.

The Big 10 Conference is a member of the Division 1 of the Football Bowl Subdivision of the NCAA, which features the most competitive teams in college football. Other “Power Five” conferences are Big 12, ACC, Pac 12 and SEC.

Penn State Ex-Penn State Player Alleges Sexual Hazing, Sues University Patrick Pinak, The League 6:37pm, January 14

The Penn State football program was forever stained by Jerry Sandusky. Even the once-great Joe Paterno's legacy was tarnished forever…

Michigan A Tom Brady Statue at Michigan? Jim Harbaugh Wants it to Happen Brett Regan, 6:24pm, January 14

As the quarterback of the Michigan Wolverines, Tom Brady was good. He wasn’t special, by any means, definitely not what…

Michigan Jim Harbaugh Rips the SEC: ‘Hard to Beat the Cheaters’ Brett Regan, 5:02pm, January 6

People always seem to say, “If you ain’t cheatin’, you ain’t tryin’.” That quote certainly comes up and can be…

Alabama Ignored Targeting Fouls by Alabama Add to Michigan’s Bowl Collapse John Duffley, Editor 4:43pm, January 2

The Michigan Wolverines and head coach Jim Harbaugh started the VRBO Citrus Bowl on fire, and a 57-yard field goal…

Ohio State Ohio State AD “Pissed” at Controversial Fumble Call After Clemson Loss Brett Regan, 11:51am, December 30

After a snoozer start to the College Football Playoff, with LSU destroying Oklahoma, the second game was an absolute gem.…

Ohio State LeBron James Surprises Ohio State with Special Gift Before CFP Semifinal Brett Regan, 2:56pm, December 27

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James never went to college, but his favorite college football team is no secret. He…

Iowa Hayden Fry, Texan Who Turned Around Iowa, Dies at 90 Associated Press , 9:55am, December 18

Hayden Fry, the Texan who revived Iowa football and became a Hawkeye State institution over two decades as a Big…

Big Ten Justin Fields Named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year John Duffley, Editor 3:02pm, December 5

The Big Ten Conference holds a reputation as a smash-mouth, grind-it-out league for good reason. When cold, winter winds blow…

Michigan State Dogs Join MSU Star for Senior Day After Parents’ Death Brett Regan, 1:41pm, December 2

For many college football players, Senior Day is an emotional time. It’s the final home game of their careers, marking…

Ohio State Ohio State Fans Plan to ‘Boycott College GameDay’ John Duffley, Editor 5:35pm, November 22

At his first-ever headgear pick on College GameDay, Coach Lee Corso pulled on Brutus the Buckeye's mascot head and correctly…

Big Ten Don’t Forget That Jim Harbaugh Eats His Own Boogers Former FanBuzz Staff , 5:30pm, November 21

There are plenty of reasons that people who don't root for Michigan hate coach Jim Harbaugh. They don't like his…

Michigan State Charles Rogers, Second Pick in the 2003 NFL Draft, Dead at 38 John Duffley, Editor 1:55pm, November 11

Former Detroit Lions wide receiver Charles Rogers died Monday from liver failure, his former coaches at Saginaw High School told…

Ohio State Ohio State Star Chase Young Out Due to Possible NCAA ‘Issue’ Associated Press , 10:33am, November 8

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State star defensive end Chase Young won't play Saturday against Maryland because of a possible…

College Football Georgia, Ohio State Announce Massive Home-and-Home Series Brett Regan, 12:28pm, November 7

As long as the College Football Playoff remains at four teams, Power 5 programs are going to frantically try to…

Alabama Ohio State Names Special Play After Alabama’s Worst Moment John Duffley, Editor 2:34pm, October 25

Do yourself a favor and listen to a few NFL play calls. They are, in a word, absurd. From the…

Michigan Jim Harbaugh Writes Mass Email, Denies Claim He’s Leaving Michigan Associated Press , 2:16pm, October 23

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh has sent an email to parents of players on his team,…

Ohio State Ohio State Honors Moon Landing with Mesmerizing Halftime Show John Duffley, Editor 5:00pm, October 8

The Ohio State University Marching Band is the real deal. I mean, they don't call themselves "The Best Damn Band…

Penn State Alumni’s Racist Letter Criticizes “Disgusting” Hair of PSU Player John Duffley, Editor 4:34pm, October 8

I love Pennsylvania State University. I was there when Jerry Sandusky's true, disgusting nature was revealed to the world, and…