It has now been 1,752 days and counting since Ohio State last triumphed over the reigning champion Michigan Wolverines in what has become one of college football’s fiercest rivalries. As the clock ticks on, the Wolverines continue to dominate the rivalry, leaving Ohio State fans longing for redemption.
Much of the rivalry’s recent drama can be traced back to the infamous play known as “The Spot.” In a game that could have shifted the balance of power, Michigan edged out Ohio State by the narrowest of margins, with a controversial call regarding the exact placement of the football. Many argue that “The Spot” was the pivotal inch that not only decided that game but also changed the trajectory of the rivalry.
Had the call gone the other way, Ohio State might have carried a different momentum in subsequent matchups, altering the course of history. Instead, Michigan’s string of victories continues to be a daily reminder of Ohio State’s struggle to reclaim supremacy in one of college football’s most storied matchups. As fans speculate on what could have been, the rivalry only intensifies as the two programs look toward their next clash on the gridiron.
