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Paul Finebaum updates Top 4, has his eye on another rising B1G team
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Following a weekend with some interesting upsets, Paul Finebaum has updated his top four. And the SEC Network host still really likes what he sees from Ohio State.
During his weekly SportsCenter segment on Sunday morning, Finebaum listed his top four teams in college football. He also mentions one team to keep an eye on moving forward. Two B1G teams were included in the conversation.
Here’s Finebaum’s top four following Week 8 action:
1. Ohio State Buckeyes: “I still like Ohio State. I know they played Friday night, and we forgot about it. It was against Northwestern. I think they’re the most complete team in the country.
2. LSU Tigers: “They’re looking very good, and they have Auburn this weekend. What else can you say about Joe Burrow? He’s been the story of the year, at least in the SEC.”
3. Alabama Crimson Tide: “I decided to kick Alabama down a little bit.”
4. Clemson Tigers: “I still think they’re a good football team. Trevor (Lawrence) needs to get back into gear, but he’s got about two months before his next consequential game.”
In addition to those top four, Finebaum also said to keep an eye on another undefeated B1G team — though it may not be who you think. Minnesota, not Penn State, is the team that has caught his attention with a 7-0 start.
This week, Minnesota is Finebaum’s “team to watch.” And with a game against Maryland next week, the Gophers have a great opportunity to start the year 8-0 and set up a big showdown with Penn State in two weeks.
Dustin grew up in the heart of Big Ten country and has been in sports media since 2010. He has been covering Big Ten football since 2014. You can follow him on Twitter: @SchutteCFB