Ohio State technically got a head start.
Urban Meyer didn’t even take a question before shifting his focus to Michigan Saturday afternoon, declaring “Rivalry Week” open for business after Ohio State survived a scare from Michigan State to clear the final hurdle before the game that is always circled on the calendar.
About 65 miles down the road and four hours later, the Wolverines caught up by putting their own finishing touches on a hard-fought victory against Indiana in the snow. Jim Harbaugh said he was ready to enjoy the win briefly and move on to the Buckeyes.