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: 120
Series record: Michigan leads 62-51-6 (Ohio State's win in 2010 was vacated.)
First meeting: Oct. 16, 1897; Michigan 34, Ohio State 0
Last meeting: Nov. 30, 2024; Michigan 13, Ohio State 10
Longest win streak: Michigan, 9 (1901-09)
Current win streak: Michigan, 4 (2021-2024)
Known simply as «The Game,» this rivalry transcends college football as one of the biggest and most heated matchups in all of American sports. With Ohio State leading Michigan 50-14 late in their 1968 matchup, the Buckeyes unsuccessfully went for two. When asked why he did it, Ohio State coach Woody Hayes said, «Because I couldn't go for three.» That statement perfectly sums up the animosity between the two Big Ten powerhouses.
Alabama-Auburn
Total meetings: 89
Series record: Alabama leads 51-37-1
First meeting: Feb. 22, 1893; Auburn 32, Alabama 22
Last meeting: Nov. 30, 2024; Alabama 28, Auburn 14
Longest win streak: Alabama, 9 (1973-81)
Current win streak: Alabama, 5 (2020-2024)
The «Iron Bowl» has birthed some of the most memorable moments in college football history. In 2013, Auburn's Chris Davis returned a missed Alabama field goal more than 100 yards for a game-winning touchdown as time expired. In 2011, Alabama fan Harvey Updyke served prison time for poisoning Auburn's iconic oak trees at Toomer's Corner. The Tide and the Tigers almost never disappoint.
Oklahoma-Texas
Total meetings: 120
Series record: Texas leads 64-51-5
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