Playoff hopes are on the line. Saturday’s Michigan State vs Ohio State matchup has more bearing on the postseason than many might think. Sure, the Spartans are only ranked No. 9 in the playoff polls, but the Buckeyes are No. 3 and a road win at Ohio Stadium would surely move the Spartans up a couple of spots and put them in prime position for a deep run.
The winner of this game will likely be heading to the Big Ten title game, depending on the final game of the regular season, and the loser will be fighting to stay in contention for a New Year’s Six bowl game.