Michigan is set to host Ohio State on Saturday and beyond the obvious rivalry game component, the Wolverines need to win this game to try and secure their spot

Joel Klatt previewed "The Game" between Ohio State Buckeyes and Michigan Wolverines. He analyzed what Michigan needs to happen to beat Ohio State and earn their fifth-straight win. Joel examined how the health of Ohio State wide receivers Carnell Tate and Jeremiah Smith will impact the game.

Ryan Day needs to win The Game, perhaps more than anyone on the Big House turf. Defending champion and top-ranked Ohio State would not get knocked out of the College Football Playoff if they lose a fifth straight game to rival and 15th-ranked Michigan on Saturday.

Ohio State-Michigan features the potential No. 1 pick in the 2026 draft and several others who could go in the the first round.

The weight of The Game — the unique pressure Sherrone Moore avoided by circumstance for two seasons — now rests squarely on the Michigan coach.

This year the game is Saturday, Nov. 29, at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan. There’s no shortage of bars in Northeast Ohio that will be welcoming fans. And with the game kicking off at noon, bars will be opening early for tailgaters. Ohio State was listed as an early 12.5-point favorite.

Julian Sayin has done everything that has been asked of him in his first season as Ohio State’s starting quarterback.

With snow forecasted in Ann Arbor during "The Game" on Nov. 29, recall the 1950 Snow Bowl that resulted in a 9-3 Ohio State loss to Michigan.