Big Ten coaches want scheduling uniformity across the country when it comes to being measured for College Football Playoff bids.

The Big Ten conference released its 2025 volleyball preseason poll on Thursday. The list, picked by all 18 head coaches in the league, sees the Illini come in at No. 9. Nebraska is the preseason favorite after winning the conference in both 2023 and 2024.

A year after four veteran quarterbacks led four Big Ten teams to the College Football Playoff, the league's top 2025 QB storylines are about the heralded prospects who will get a chance to shine. While known commodities such as Penn State's Drew Allar and Illinois' Luke Altmyer are back,

Penn State's James Franklin is the newest Big Ten head coach to call out the lack of uniformity with the number of in-conference games in college football.

After having the 131st-ranked passing attack last season, Sherrone Moore hired Chip Lindsey to run his offense -- after coaching former top-five pick Drake Maye

Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith emphasizes Michigan rivalry’s intensity at Big Ten media days, insisting The Game remains crucial despite playoff success.

All coaches, however, gave an answer that was a glimpse into the needs of their roster and their program. It was illuminating as to where those coaches see themselves, and their programs, as the push for consistent rules and bylines in the recruiting world is continually changing.

Commissioner Tony Petitti said his goal with the Big Ten is to weave successful elements from the pro ranks into a landscape that is distinct to college, but also changing with athlete compensation and other areas.

You have to have something to keep you mentally active,” Smith said to the Dispatch, “and the consulting and board work keeps me mentally active. Obviously, I'm not working 80-plus hours a week.” The news makes sense considering Smith will be working with former Ohio State associate athletic director for marketing and communications Jim Smith,

The Badgers were picked third in the Big Ten preseason poll behind Nebraska and Penn State. Three UW athletes received preseason all-Big Ten honors.