Week 6
Final
1996 Big 10
| Team | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
 Illinois | 2 | 9 | .182 |
 Indiana | 3 | 8 | .273 |
 Iowa | 9 | 3 | .750 |
 Michigan | 8 | 4 | .667 |
 Michigan State | 6 | 6 | .500 |
 Minnesota | 4 | 7 | .364 |
 Northwestern | 9 | 3 | .750 |
 Ohio State | 11 | 1 | .917 |
 Penn State | 11 | 2 | .846 |
 Purdue | 3 | 8 | .273 |
 Wisconsin | 8 | 5 | .615 |
Game Summary
The Wisconsin Badgers fell to the Penn State Nittany Lions, 23 to 20, on September 28, 1996.