I fully expect Ohio State to make the playoffs again next season. I know that sounds obvious in a 12-team format, but I’ve seen teams win the whole thing and then lose 5 games the following year. It’s happened.
2023: Michigan engineers most sophisticated cheating scandal in modern history of the sport to win the title in Harbaugh’s last year
2024: Buckeyes go through three rounds of funding to build the most expensive team in the sport’s history
The Big Ten: It just means more
For the Lions fans who are also Michigan fans, remember the playoffs don't matter. Focus on that regular season game you won against your division rival 2 months ago.
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