It's all about taking a risk. NCAA football out of conference schedules often lack opportunities to take a chance. But once in a while, a school steps up and goes all in. Sometimes, it's better to make an early statement, than never make one at all. This list will not include the yearly Notre Dame vs. Michigan, Michigan State, or Purdue games. Because, Notre Dame still isn't that good. It will also not include any Nebraska out of conference games. After an offseason, where the Big Ten flexed its muscle, the conference knows a statement must be made on the field. These five games will allow them to try just that.

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