Michigan State at Michigan Preview: Just this once, please

It is what it is. Barring a miracle in Chicago, the Michigan Wolverines will not be dancing this postseason, a reality that has become clearer and clearer after every close loss. With just five regular season games left on the schedule, it is hard to see how anything changes at this point, but of those five, there is still at least one game worth fighting for.

The rivalry with the Michigan State Spartans has ramped up in toxicity in recent years, particularly at Michigan Stadium this fall. However, this is not the time for that given the tragic events staining the state this week. Instead, this is a game of emotion in its purest form, with both teams playing for pride amidst two differing…