Harbaugh was right because that victory was the start of a four-game winning streak for the Wolverines, whose 2024 national title preceded Ohio State's resilient run to the last NCAA championship. Unlike last year, Michigan is playing for more than pride.

Ohio State doesn't hide from the importance of the Michigan rivalry, but now it's stressing normal routines above all else as it prepares.

The rivalry between Ohio State Buckeyes and Michigan Wolverines is gearing up for their annual showdown, and the mood behind the scenes is strangely cooperative. According to a re

The M's are beginning to disappear all over Columbus, replaced with red ❌'s. It happens every year around rivalry week ahead of the Ohio State vs. Michigan game, better known as The Game. But while The Game itself is a storied rivalry with years of history behind it, the crossing of the M's is less so.

Ohio State and Michigan are gearing up for their annual showdown known as The Game. Both teams are focusing on preparations for this high-stakes matchup.

Week 14 in college football had tons at stake for playoff contenders. A look at the teams that emerged as winners and losers on the day.