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Big Ten Football Power Poll: Week Four

Week Four of the Big Ten brought significant shakeups, highlighted by four visiting squads securing victories away from home while only Indiana and Ohio State managed to defend their home turfs. The top-ranked Hoosiers narrowly survived a tough challenge from Northwestern by a score of 29-23, and now prepare to face Rutgers.

Meanwhile, the second-ranked Buckeyes cruised past Illinois 42-19 behind a dominant performance from Julian Sayin, who connected heavily with Jeremiah Smith for four touchdowns while also rushing for another. Ohio State now looks ahead to a marquee matchup against Iowa.

Elsewhere, the Oregon Ducks bounced back into form with a 41-27 road victory over USC, though they lost starting quarterback Dante Moore to a severe hit in the opening half. Dylan Raiola stepped in effectively to guide the offense, throwing for 289 yards and two touchdowns.

The Iowa Hawkeyes also made headlines by pulling off a narrow 20-19 away win against Michigan thanks to a late offensive surge, setting up a major upcoming showdown on their home schedule.

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