Rick Neuheisel has declared Oregon as the favorite in the upcoming Big Ten football season, citing their strong recruiting and quarterback depth. The Ducks will face Ohio State on October 12, a key matchup in the season. This year's Big Ten media days have signaled a shift in the conference's landscape, as it adopts a new pool play format and welcomes former Pac-12 teams, making predictions for the season particularly challenging. Oklahoma, moving to the SEC, is seen as a potential sleeper team for the College Football Playoff despite low expectations in the media. Oregon's coach, Dan Lanning, emphasized the importance of winning in the trenches, reflecting the program's evolution. The 2024 season is set to begin with heightened competition and new dynamics across the conference.