Michigan hasn't beaten Ohio State since November 26, 2011, when they won 40-34. As these rivals prepare for another crucial matchup with Big Ten Championship and College Football Playoff implications, let's explore the most memorable moments in this historic rivalry.

1950 Snow Bowl

• Played in near single-digit temperatures with heavy snowfall
• Michigan won despite brutal conditions
• Led to Ohio State hiring Woody Hayes after firing Wes Fesler

The 1970s Ten Year War

• Epic coaching battle between Bo Schembechler (Michigan) and Woody Hayes (Ohio State)
• Featured numerous Top 10 matchups
• Notable moments:
  • 1973: Controversial tie led to Ohio State getting Rose Bowl bid
  • 1974-75: Ohio State wins during Archie Griffin's back-to-back Heisman years
  • 1976-78: Michigan wins three straight

1991 Desmond Howard's Heisman Moment

• Howard led Michigan to 31-3 victory
• Recorded 96 receiving yards on 3 catches
• Famous 93-yard punt return touchdown with iconic Heisman pose
• Won Heisman Trophy that season

2006 Game of the Century

• First-ever #1 vs #2 matchup between the rivals
• Ohio State won 42-39
• Buckeyes advanced to National Championship but lost to Florida

2016 Double OT Thriller

• #2 Ohio State vs #3 Michigan
• Tied in regulation, traded touchdowns in first OT
• Controversial JT Barrett 4th-down conversion in second OT
• Curtis Samuel scored game-winning 15-yard touchdown
• Ohio State fans rushed the field in celebration

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