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College football rivalries to know: History, stats, more

College sports fans are passionate. College football brings out a unique level of enthusiasm. The rich traditions, iconic venues and intense rivalries within college football have provided many memorable moments over the years. Here's a look at some of the sport's biggest rivalries.

Michigan-Ohio State

Total meetings: 119

Series record: Michigan leads 61-51-6 (Ohio State's win in 2010 was vacated.)

First meeting: Oct. 16, 1897; Michigan 34, Ohio State 0

Last meeting: Nov. 25, 2023; Michigan 30, Ohio State 24

Longest win streak: Michigan, 9 (1901-09)

Current win streak: Michigan, 3 (2021-2023)

Known simply as "The Game," this rivalry transcends college football as one of the biggest and most heated matchups in all of American sports.