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There are a lot of big rivalries in college football, but none are bigger than "The Game." The annual clash between the Michigan Wolverines and the Ohio State Buckeyes transcends sports, serving as a bitter cultural touchstone that defines the identities of two states, decides conference supremacy, and frequently dictates the direction of the national championship picture.
The history of this confrontation, dating back to 1897, is woven into the very fabric of the Big Ten Conference. For decades, the series was defined by legends like Woody Hayes and Bo Schembechler, whose famed “Ten Year War” in the 1970s cemented the contest’s status as a must-watch event. While Michigan currently holds a narrow edge in the all-time series (62-52-6), the rivalry has rarely been about overall records; it is about the immediate, crushing need to win this year’s battle.
The modern era of the rivalry has seen dramatic shifts, most recently swinging back toward Ann Arbor. After Ohio State enjoyed a dominant period through the 2000s and 2010s, winning 16 of 20 matchups, Michigan has firmly established its foothold. The Wolverines are currently riding a four-game winning streak over their archrivals, starting with a breakthrough victory in 2021, culminating in their 2023 National Championship victory.
This year’s edition carries historic stakes. Top-ranked and undefeated Ohio State — the reigning 2024 National Champion— travels to Ann Arbor aiming to break the four-game losing streak. A Buckeye victory would not only secure a Big Ten Championship Game spot but also solidify their standing as the favorite in the College Football Playoff. For the No. 15 Wolverines (9-2), an upset would give them the best win of the season and a possible dark-horse bid into the expanded playoff field, putting them in the Big Ten title game and completely shattering the Buckeyes' perfect season.
The tension is immense, the history is present, and when that ball is kicked off, the entire college football world stops to watch two giants — the last two National Champions — fight for everything. Follow along for all the action below.
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11:23 a.m.: The last time Ohio State beat Michigan was in 2019, when the Buckeyes defeated the Wolverines 56-27 at Michigan Stadium.
BIA 🤝 pic.twitter.com/DQVDD3XfI4
— Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) November 29, 2025
11:17 a.m.: Kickoff is less than an hour away, as Michigan looks to make it five straight wins in "The Game."
Locking in 🔒 pic.twitter.com/IIY3SOuwJJ
— Michigan Football (@UMichFootball) November 29, 2025
11:05 a.m.: The Buckeyes will have both superstar wide receivers available for today's contest. According to Pete Thamel, Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate are expected to play against Michigan.
Sources: Ohio State star wide receivers Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate are expected to play against Michigan on Saturday. Smith missed one game and Tate has missed three games. Both have lower body injuries. Pic.twitter.com/bK3IYtAArR
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) November 29, 2025
Where to watch Ohio State vs. Michigan
Ohio State vs. Michigan start time
- Date: Saturday, Nov. 29
- Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Like every season, Ohio State and Michigan are slated for a noon kickoff on Saturday. The Game will kick off from Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor.
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What channel is Ohio State vs. Michigan on today?
- TV Channel: Fox
- Live Stream: Fubo
Fox will have the call for the 121st edition of the game. As part of Fox's "Big Noon Kickoff," Gus Johnson and Joel Klatt will be on the call, with Jenny Taft on the sidelines. Viewers looking to live stream can via Fubo, which offers a free trial for new users.
Ohio State schedule 2025
| Date | Opponent | Result/Time (ET) |
| 08/30 | vs. Texas | W, 14-7 |
| 09/06 | vs. Grambling State | W, 70-0 |
| 09/13 | vs. Ohio | W, 37-9 |
| 09/27 | at Washington | W, 24-6 |
| 10/04 | vs. Minnesota | W, 42-3 |
| 10/11 | at Illinois | W, 34-16 |
| 10/18 | at Wisconsin | W, 34-0 |
| 11/01 | vs. Penn State | W, 38-14 |
| 11/08 | at Purdue | W, 34-10 |
| 11/15 | vs. UCLA | W, 48-10 |
| 11/22 | vs. Rutgers | W, 42-9 |
| 11/29 | at Michigan | 12:00 p.m. (FOX) |
Michigan schedule 2025
| Date | Opponent | Result/Time (ET) |
| 08/30 | vs. New Mexico | W, 34-17 |
| 09/06 | at #18 Oklahoma | L, 13-24 |
| 09/13 | vs. Central Michigan | W, 63-3 |
| 09/20 | at Nebraska | W, 30-27 |
| 10/04 | vs. Wisconsin | W, 24-10 |
| 10/11 | at USC | L, 13-31 |
| 10/18 | vs. Washington | W, 24-7 |
| 10/25 | at Michigan State | W, 31-20 |
| 11/01 | vs. Purdue | W, 21-16 |
| 11/15 | at Northwestern (Wrigley Field) | W, 24-22 |
| 11/22 | at Maryland | W, 45-20 |
| 11/29 | vs. #1 Ohio State | 12:00 p.m. (FOX) |
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