PFN's Big Ten playoff projections have Indiana and UCLA as the conference's only College Football Playoff representatives, with Ohio State facing elimination danger despite a 65% projected probability. According to the analysis, Indiana has survived a string of close games and is viewed as the conference's safest contender. Undefeated UCLA relies on its dominant defense and backup quarterback play, though its remaining schedule could threaten an at-large bid. Ohio State, with a projected 65% playoff probability, faces significant risk without injured quarterback Julian Sayin. The Buckeyes must navigate challenging remaining matchups against Oregon, Northwestern, Nebraska and Michigan without another loss to keep their playoff hopes alive. Iowa needs a 10-2 finish to enter the conversation, while USC faces a demanding stretch against Indiana, Maryland and UCLA that could influence Lincoln Riley's future. The predictions ultimately identify Indiana and UCLA as the Big Ten's sole playoff teams, highlighting how the conference's playoff landscape has taken shape despite preseason expectations.