BTN programming schedule for 2025 Big Ten Football media days next week
This year, the conference is taking advantage of its extended footprint out west by holding media days in Las Vegas, Nevada, so if there were ever a reason to cover all of the player and coach interviews, this would be it. Unfortunately for me, I'll be on a Disney Cruise instead, so the coverage will have to be from the view of the ocean with a drink in hand instead (woe is me).
But never fear, we'll bring the coverage you deserve to you, and it all starts with understanding what the programming schedule will be. As always, the Big Ten Network will be on-site covering it all, and since there are 18 teams in the league, the event is now spread out over three days.
Here's a look at the schedule of events the Big Ten Network will be covering
Day 1: Tuesday, July 22: Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Nebraska, Ohio State, Rutgers
*Note: Ohio State head coach Ryan Day is set to take to the podium at 12:45 p.m. ET
Day 2: Wednesday, July 23: Minnesota, Northwestern, Oregon, Penn State, Washington, Wisconsin
Day 3: Thursday, July 24: Iowa, Michigan, Michigan State, Purdue, UCLA, USC
There are always some interesting quotes, sound bites, and moments during Big Ten football media days, so make sure you come along for the ride with us.
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