Thanksgiving week doesn't just promise treats in Big Ten country. It crystalizes the conference title picture , let alone the College Football Playoff race. Ohio State and Michigan hand the nation post Turkey Day leftovers on Saturday, while Indiana also awaits its fate for Dec. 6 as we launch our Week 14 rankings.

1. Ohio State (-)

Ryan Day witnessed the Ohio State defense hit a mark not seen since 1987 in Saturday's romp. But Michigan remains in the heads of the Buckeyes. Star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith already vowed he'd never lose to the Wolverines again — and gets his chance this weekend.

2. Indiana (-)

Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers face a dismal rival in Purdue. So the Big Ten title game likely will have local representation through Indiana come Dec. 6. But the top see

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