Is this good for both schools? Let us know in the comments section below. One hundred and sixty days remain until Ohio State plays Michigan. But even now, the rivalry that both the Buckeyes and Wolverines consider the greatest in sports is showing signs of flaring up. It started when Jim Harbaugh was hired as Wolverines coach on Dec. 30. Days later, Ohio State won the national championship. That had to rankle those in Michigan who wish nothing but misfortune for the Buckeyes. Michigan — after the failed tenures of Rich Rodriguez and Brady Hoke — went all in on getting Harbaugh, and succeeded. “I think from the fans’ perspective, it is kind of cool,” Ohio State coach Urban Meyer told The Dispatch. “They’ve got a guy that’s won at (the University of) San Diego, won at Stanford and won in the pros. He’s a very good coach. “I think our staff is certainly aware of Coach Harbaugh’s history. Any time the adversary has quality people in there, you’re aware of everything they’re doing and their work. I don’t know if (the rivalry) is ratcheted up. I think aware is the appropriate word. We’re certainly aware and want to make sure we’re staying on top of our business.” Ohio State has won 10 of the past 11 games against Michigan. …
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