The season is one-fourth of the way over.
That’s enough data points to rework the metrics.
The Big Ten has not lived up to its hype. Oregon has underperformed. USC has underperformed. And even Ohio State lost to Texas.
The following Non-Conference Records Against Power 4 Teams, as compiled by On3’s Brett McMurphy, are illuminating:
- SEC: 10-2
- Big 12: 5-7
- ACC: 6-9
- Big Ten: 4-9
- Mountain West: 0-7
- Pac-12: 0-11
Not to be the bearer of bad news, but these numbers are jet fuel for ESPN’s SEC propaganda machine.
Yet, what these results really underline are the Big Ten’s struggles and the Pac-12/MWC cannibalism that harmed both conferences.
So, with all that in mind, there’s a new pecking order out West this week. Here’s My Power Ranking for Week 4.
1. BYU (1-0, 3-0) ▲1
BYU dominated Colorado State. The margin of victory was appropriate for a Power 4 program over a Group of 6 foe.
The Cougars have emerged as the dominant power out West this season.
Already in the Playoff discussion, securing the Big 12’s auto-bid is the clearest path.
Yet, a single defeat could derail the entire resume.
2. Utah (0-0, 3-0) ▲1
The Utes look like one of the top teams in the country.
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