Ok, I think that ESPN is absolutely pushing the SEC and it is entirely due to their financial investment.  I also think they would do the same for the B1G if we were in bed with them.

Having said that I generally find the anti ESPN bias a little strong on this site (although some is warranted).  HOWEVER, I came across this and it just made me laugh.  They aren't even pretending at this point.

http://espn.go.com/ncf/notebook/_/page/gamedayKickoff2014Week9/week-9

Upset Watch
No. 13 Ohio State at Penn State: The Nits rank second in the Big Ten in defensive efficiency and lead the conference in yards per play allowed (4.5). Penn State has allowed an FBS-low 2.0 yards per rush.

and

Most to lose
The Big Ten: Ohio State and Michigan State could be walking into trap games, and neither can afford another loss as the league's top hopes for playoff representatives. 

My thoughts……especially on the first one.