The Big Ten's Greatest Games: Football

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  • 2007
  • 3 Seasons

The Big Ten's Greatest Games: Football is a sports anthology television show produced by Big Ten Network. The show is a compilation of the greatest football games ever played by the ten universities of the Big Ten Conference, which are the University of Illinois, Indiana University, University of Iowa, University of Maryland, University of Michigan, Michigan State University, University of Minnesota, University of Nebraska, Northwestern University, Ohio State University, Penn State University, Purdue University, Rutgers University, and University of Wisconsin-Madison. The show features game highlights, interviews with players, and coaches, as well as expert commentary from sportscasters to give viewers an in-depth look at the most memorable moments in Big Ten football history.

Each episode of the show focuses on one particular game and takes us on a nostalgic trip down memory lane, recounting the events that led up to the game, and how the teams performed. The footage of the games is spectacular, and the show does an excellent job of bringing to life the incredible moments that helped shape the football legacies of these Big Ten Universities. The series is not in chronological order, and the games vary from season to season, ensuring that viewers are always introduced to something new.

The show celebrates the outstanding football rivalries in Big Ten history, such as the battles between the Michigan State Spartans and the Michigan Wolverines or the intense matches between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Penn State Nittany Lions. The show pays tribute to the outstanding athletes who have led their teams to great heights, such as Eddie George, the iconic Ohio State running back who won the Heisman Trophy, and Archie Griffin, Ohio State's only two-time Heisman Trophy winner.

The interviews with former players and coaches add an extra layer of depth to the show. Seeing these legends of Big Ten football recounting their memories of the defining moments of these games helps to capture the pure emotion and passion that football fans love. Hearing the players' accounts of skill, courage, and commitment to their team and their alma mater, provides a unique perspective deepening the viewer's understanding and appreciation of the game.

The commentators add valuable insight into the technical aspects of each game. They give an analysis of the strategies used, why they worked, and how it affected the outcome of the game, helping viewers to understand the complexities of great football. The experts in the commentary booth, then discuss their individual memories of the game presenting different perspectives on it. These insights offer viewers an insight into some of the complicated issues and nuances in football.

The Big Ten's Greatest Games: Football showcases the history and tradition of football in the Big Ten Conference, starting from the early 1900s to current times. The Big Ten Universities are known across the country for their passionate fan bases, and this show demonstrates how the sport of football has touched the lives of everyone in these communities. It captures the unique culture and values that emanate from the schools and the conference and the role that football and the Big Ten has played in the wider culture of America.

Overall, The Big Ten's Greatest Games: Football is a fantastic television series for football fans to watch. It captures the most thrilling moments in Big Ten football history while giving viewers a chance to see legendary players and coaches recounting their own emotional and personal memories of great moments. The show provides a different insight into the technical aspects of football, as well as the importance of teamwork, character, passion, and resilience in the game of football. With its collection of amazing games, interviews with football legends, and expert commentary, this show is an outstanding resource for any fan of college football or sports fan in general.

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Seasons
1979 Ohio State at Michigan
18. 1979 Ohio State at Michigan
November 17, 1979
Unbeaten and second-ranked Ohio State won despite two long touchdown receptions by freshman wide receiver Anthony Carter from Michigan quarterback John Wangler. All-American Ohio State quarterback Art Schlichter threw for 196 yards.
1988 Michigan at Ohio State
17. 1988 Michigan at Ohio State
November 19, 1988
The teams combined for 968 yards total offense.
	2000 Michigan at Purdue
16. 2000 Michigan at Purdue
October 7, 2000
Purdue erased a 28-10 halftime deficit behind quarterback Drew Brees, who completed 32 of 44 attempts for 286 yards and a pair of touchdowns to shock sixth-ranked Michigan.
2002 Wisconsin at Indiana
15. 2002 Wisconsin at Indiana
November 2, 2009
Indiana scored the game's final 22 points to defeat Wisconsin for a second straight year.
1981 Ohio State at Wisconsin
14. 1981 Ohio State at Wisconsin
October 26, 2009
A sell-out crowd at Camp Randall Stadium saw Wisconsin end a 21-year losing streak against Ohio State.
1989 Ohio State at Minnesota
13. 1989 Ohio State at Minnesota
October 20, 2009
Ohio State trailed Minnesota, 31-0, but staged an incredible comeback, tying the record for the largest deficit overcome by a Division I-A team.
2007 Michigan State at Iowa
12. 2007 Michigan State at Iowa
October 19, 2009
Hawkeye Albert Young had 179 yards rushing and two touchdowns for Iowa as the Hawkeyes were able to recover from a 17-3 halftime deficit.
2000 Ohio State at Purdue
11. 2000 Ohio State at Purdue
October 14, 2009
Purdue quarterback Drew Brees rallied his team for 21 points in the fourth quarter, including a 64-yard touchdown pass to Seth Morales with 1:55 remaining.
2004 Ohio State at Northwestern
10. 2004 Ohio State at Northwestern
October 13, 2009
Though Ohio State rallied to score 10 points in the final nine minutes to force overtime, Northwestern handed the Buckeyes their first loss in Evanston since 1958.
1995 Purdue at Minnesota
9. 1995 Purdue at Minnesota
October 7, 2009
With less than two minutes to go, Minnesota quarterback Cory Sauter scored on a one-yard run and then completed a pass to Ryan Thelwell for the two-point conversion, as Minnesota rallied to defeat Purdue 39-38.
1983 Iowa at Michigan
8. 1983 Iowa at Michigan
October 6, 2009
Iowa erased a 10-point deficit by forcing three second-half turnovers, though it was an Iowa turnover that ultimately affected the game.
2001 Michigan at Michigan State
6. 2001 Michigan at Michigan State
September 28, 2009
On the final drive, Jeff Smoker, who was sacked an astounding 12 times, drove the Spartans 45 yards in just over two minutes to hand Michigan its first conference loss.
2001 Michigan State at Northwestern
5. 2001 Michigan State at Northwestern
September 24, 2009
Wildcat kicker David Wasielewski made a 47-yarder as the clock ran out to lift Northwestern to a 27-26 victory.
1985 Alabama at Penn State
4. 1985 Alabama at Penn State
September 22, 2009
Penn State came from behind to defeat Alabama and hand the Crimson Tide their first loss of the season. The Nittany Lions went on to complete an 11-0 undefeated regular season.
1995 Northwestern at Michigan
3. 1995 Northwestern at Michigan
September 16, 2009
Northwestern defeated Michigan for the first time since 1965, a string of 19 consecutive losses.
1997 Notre Dame at Michigan
2. 1997 Notre Dame at Michigan
September 27, 2009
Notre Dame recovered three Michigan fumbles deep in Wolverine territory, but the Michigan defense held the fort all three times and Michigan stayed on track for the 1997 National Championship.
1991 East Carolina at Illinois
1. 1991 East Carolina at Illinois
September 2, 2009
Fighting Illini quarterback Jason Verduzco passed for 352 yards and three touchdowns as Illinois handed Jeff Blake and East Carolina their only loss of the season.
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  • Premiere Date
    August 30, 2007