June 19, 2026

A look at the top 10 Ohio State-Michigan games

The anticipation for this year’s meeting between Ohio State and Michigan is running high. Whether the 118th edition of The Game stacks up with others from the storied rivalry won’t be settled until Saturday, so for now, here’s a look back on the most historic matchups from the past decades. Nov. 25, 1950: Michigan 9, Ohio State 3 As a blizzard descended on central Ohio, leading to a combined 45 punts between the teams, the “Snow Bowl” might have been an eyesore for spectators who braved the elements at Ohio Stadium. But it endures as a significant chapter of the rivalry for it altered the course of the Buckeyes’ history. Wes Fesler resigned following the loss, paving the way for the hiring of Woody Hayes. Earle Bruce is carried off the field after winning his last game as coach of Ohio State, beating Michigan 23-20 in 1987. Nov. 21, 1987:…

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