The "Mother of All Rivalries" 2008 Actually More Like a Distant Cousin (42-7)

Whether you're a Buckeye or a Wolverine, you have one thing in common. YOU LIVE FOR THIS GAME! "THE GAME," as it's commonly referred to, is set for its 105th edition today, with kickoff at noon. It's a very rare occasion that Ohio State vs. Michigan isn't the game of the week with both teams in search of the Big Ten title and a BCS national championship game berth. That's not the case this season, however,. Don't get me wrong. The hatred and utter disdain are still very much alive between these two teams and fan bases. Be that as it may, this could be one of the lowest rated nationally broadcasted games in this series. Simply put, if you're not a Buckeye or Wolverine, you probably aren't watering at the mouth in anticipation of this one. Heck, I'm sure many die-hard Wolverine fans aren't all that eager, either. Michigan (3-8) has endured one of, if not the worst seasons ever in its storied history. It won't be playing in a bowl game for the first time in ... (link)