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Big Ten Showdown

Behind its best defensive effort of the season last week, Wisconsin was able to extend the nation's longest winning streak as well as its recent dominance of Big Ten opponents.

The ninth-ranked Badgers look to build on that performance and continue both runs when they host unbeaten Michigan State on Saturday.

Rivalry Resumed

Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer will be up against a familiar foe Saturday as his team kicks off its conference schedule.

Beamer resumes his rivalry with North Carolina coach Butch Davis when his 17th-ranked Hokies (3-1) host the rebuilding Tar Heels (1-3, 0-1 ACC).

Friday Night Lights

Jim Leavitt was in his office, watching film and making plans for the biggest game in South Florida's relatively brief football history when he decided to take a little night stroll.

USC Remains Undefeated

USC coach Pete Carroll said he wanted more production out of the Trojans' passing game. His players responded.

After being kept under wraps for the season's first two games, John David Booty passed for 279 yards and four touchdowns, and No. 1 Southern California opened the Pac-10 season by beating Washington State 47-14 Saturday night for its 35th consecutive victory at home.

#1 Trojans Battle Cougars

Any doubts about Southern California's No. 1 ranking were likely put to rest with a big win last weekend. Now, the Trojans begin their quest for their sixth straight Pac-10 title when they play their conference opener against Washington State on Saturday.