Ohio State Defeats Michigan 30-24 in Highly anticipated Rivalry Game
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – No.1 Ohio State secured a 30-24 victory over No. 2 michigan Saturday at Michigan Stadium, maintaining their undefeated record and claiming the Big Ten East Division title. The win ensures Ohio State’s place in the Big Ten Championship game and keeps their College Football Playoff hopes alive.
The annual Ohio State-Michigan matchup, one of college football’s most storied rivalries, lived up to its billing with a back-and-forth contest. Ohio State’s offense, led by quarterback Kyle McCord, proved efficient, while the Buckeye defense contained Michigan’s potent rushing attack in the second half. This marks Ohio State’s third consecutive win against Michigan, and their sixth victory in the last seven meetings.
Game Highlights:
* Ohio State opened the scoring with a field goal.
* Michigan responded with a touchdown, taking a 7-3 lead.
* Ohio State answered with a touchdown of their own, regaining the lead 10-7.
* Michigan added another touchdown before halftime, leading 14-10.
* Ohio State dominated the third quarter, scoring two touchdowns to take a 24-14 advantage.
* Michigan fought back with a touchdown, narrowing the gap to 24-21.
* Ohio State extended their lead with a late field goal, making it 27-21.
* Michigan tied the game with a field goal at 24-24.
* Ohio State sealed the victory with a final field goal in the closing minutes.
Team Records:
* Ohio State: 12-0 (8-1 Big Ten)
* michigan: 11-1 (7-2 Big Ten)
Next Up:
Ohio State will advance to the Big Ten Championship game on December 7th to face the winner of the Big Ten West Division. Michigan’s season is likely to conclude with a bowl game invitation.
2024 Ohio State Football Schedule (Results through Nov. 30):
* Saturday, Aug. 31: No.1 Ohio State 38, Bowling Green 7*
* Saturday, Sept. 7: No. 1 Ohio State 35, Youngstown state 7*
* Saturday, Sept. 14: No. 1 Ohio State 28, Western Illinois 17*
* Saturday, Sept. 21: No. 1 Ohio State 28,Notre Dame 10*
* Saturday,Sept. 28: No. 1 Ohio State 37, Maryland 19*
* Saturday, Oct. 5: No. 1 Ohio State 41, akron 13*
* Saturday, Oct. 12: No. 1 Ohio State 38, Purdue 27*
* Saturday, Oct.19: No. 1 Ohio State 49, Penn state 28*
* saturday, Oct. 26: No.1 Ohio State 38, Oregon 24*
* saturday, nov. 2: No. 1 ohio State 42, Nebraska 35*
* Saturday, Nov. 9: No. 1 Ohio State 34, Minnesota 34*
* Saturday, Nov. 16: No. 1 Ohio State 34, Illinois 16*
* Saturday, Nov. 23: No. 1 Ohio State 30,Michigan State 14*
* Saturday,Nov.30: No. 1 ohio State 30, No. 2 Michigan 24*
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2024 Michigan Football Schedule (Results through Nov. 30):
* Saturday, Aug. 31: No. 18 Michigan 30, East Carolina 13
* Saturday, Sept. 7: No.18 Michigan 35, UNLV