2020 has put an end to Ohio State and Michigan’s rivalry streak. The Wolverines announced Tuesday that they’d be unable to travel and play at the Buckeyes on Saturday because of an ongoing COVID-19 outbreak in the program. The rivalry, which began in 1897 and has long been known simply as “The Game,” has been played annually every year since 1918. It really does take a global pandemic to stop Ohio State from playing Michigan. “We have not been cleared to participate in practice at this time,” Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel said Tuesday in a statement. “Unfortunately, we will not be able to field a team due to COVID-19.” Here’s what to know about the cancellation of 2020’s iteration of “The Game.” MORE: College football Week 15 picks Why did Ohio State vs. Michigan get canceled? Michigan has been dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak in its program for about…
Continue Reading: Why was Ohio State vs. Michigan canceled? COVID-19 outbreak shuts down 'The Game' in 2020
