After delivering the best defunct logos in the ACC, Big 12 and Pac-12, it's time to dive into the rich history of the Big Ten.
Despite being the NCAA's oldest conference — celebrating their 120th birthday in 2016 — the Big Ten's member institutions haven't undergone many branding transformations, at least relative to peer conferences.
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Here's a look at the best defunct alternate and primary logos from each Big Ten school, some of which are barely altered from their current logo.
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Illinois (1989-2003)
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Indiana (1982-2001)
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Iowa (1962-1970)
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Maryland (1997-2000)
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Michigan (1948-1963)
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Michigan State (1966-1972)
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Minnesota (1971-1985)
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Nebraska (1956-1969)
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Northwestern (1967-1977)
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Ohio State (1958-1986)
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Penn State (2001-2004)
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Purdue (1983-1995)
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Rutgers (1995-2003)
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