Chris Holtmann and Juwan Howard probably have an inkling of what each other has felt over the past few months.
Both Ohio State (14-7, 4-6 Big Ten) and Michigan (13-8, 4-6 Big Ten) were ranked top-five nationally in December, with the Buckeyes peaking at No. 2 on Dec. 23 and the Wolverines reaching No. 4 on Dec. 2. In January, both teams simultaneously fell apart, falling entirely outside of the top 25. Less than two weeks ago, they were 2-6 and tied for 11th in the Big Ten. Both have seemed to find their footing, winning back-to-back games – though they remain 11th in the conference.