I ranked the 2023 SEC recruiting classes yesterday, so today it’s time for the Big Ten.
1. Ohio State
— The Buckeyes didn’t finish as strong as hoped and struggled at DE in the end but this offensive class is epic especially at WR.
2. Penn State
— An elite class on the offensive line and tight end will keep them effective running the ball and in short yardage while the defensive backfield is deep.
3. Michigan State
— A small class that won’t get the love of math formulas, Mel Tucker nailed it on defense.
4. Michigan
— Wide receiver help is on the way for a class that isn’t ranked as high as expected but you can’t argue Jim Harbaugh’s evaluation skills. Imagine if he didn’t flirt with the NFL?
5. Nebraska
— Matt Rhule did a stellar job in year one and nailed some key commits led by local ATH Malachi Coleman.
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6. Iowa
— A typical Iowa class with a ton of tough, physical kids but lacking elite athletes.
7. Illinois
— Bret Bielema loves fit and he hit a home run at many positions especially on the DL and DB.
8. Wisconsin
— A small class as they transition to Luke Fickell but enough to rank higher than some bigger classes based on quality.
9. Minnesota
— A solid group led by some good wide receivers and another good OL class.
10. Northwestern
— Despite a horrible season, Pat Fitzgerald did well on the OL and at DB.
11. Maryland
— What stands out is the versatility at many positions in this class and that will help.
12. Rutgers
— Greg Schiano hasn’t returned to his old form recruiting yet but he’s still landing talent locally and in Florida.
13. Purdue
— A small class with no headliners so Ryan Walters will need to do work in 2024.
14. Indiana
— The smallest class in the Big Ten has some talent up top but there are some reaches as well.
