In the storied history of The Game, the 1968 matchup between Michigan and Ohio State still stands out to fans of both teams as one of the pivotal moments of this rivalry. That’s thanks to Buckeyes coach Woody Hayes, who, when asked after a 50-14 victory why he attempted a two-point conversion late in the fourth quarter against the Wolverines, gave a legendary response both sides know by heart: “Because I couldn’t go for three.” MORE: 2018 ‘Game’ could be biggest of Harbaugh, Urban eras That response, whether it’s a myth or not, remains a flashpoint that elevated this rivalry to its current state. The latest chapter, 50 years in the making, will unfold at noon ET on Saturday when No. 4 Michigan travels to meet No. 10 Ohio State in a battle for supremacy in the Big Ten East. It’s a matchup that will either continue or break the latest cycle…
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