To earn its first win of the decade against Michigan, Ohio State must continue to do what it’s done best all year while avoiding the pitfalls that have led to four straight losses in The Game.
On paper, Ohio State should have the advantage over its rival on Saturday in Ann Arbor. The Buckeyes have dominated their competition all year long, bringing an 11-0 record and the No. 1 ranking in the country into The Game, while Michigan has lost to the only two ranked opponents (Oklahoma and USC) it’s faced all season. Ohio State has the best defense in the country, while its offense has been better than Michigan’s, particularly through the air.