I was in a conversation this week with some younger Ohio State fans about the rivalry with Michigan. Some had the audacity to think Penn State was the true rival right now.
I understand their position with how the two teams have battled in recent years, but that opinion is absurd.
For the senior and middle-aged crew in Buckeye Nation, memories are filled with moments when Ohio State was in Michigan’s present-day position. Misery and angst watching good and even elite Buckeye teams failing to beat that team up North.
Basking in the joy of Ohio State’s accomplishments over the last 18 seasons against the hated rival has become an off-season treasure for many fans, but no one should take for granted the recent success.