[MikefromOhio]

Michigan's defense may very well keep the game within reach. Both are terrific teams but it looks like OSU has the edge at this point.

I see it this way:

Offensive Edge: Ohio State, but only slightly. the running game favors Michigan, but the pass is pretty even. Troy Smith makes the difference.

Defense: Even. Both are great defenses. Michigan is better against the run, but OSU is better against the pass.

Special teams: Ohio State's return game can be the best in the nation. Michigan's kicker is more experienced, but the punters are nearly equal as well. Slight edge Ohio State

This far out it's hard to make a guess, but as it stands now, OSU has the slightest of slight advantages. And the game is in the Horseshoe.

[Lakeshark]

Pretty good analysis, I would agree with you on what you said.

Except......in this regard. Michigan does have a chip on its shoulder, with something more to prove than Ohio State. They don't fear them that's for sure, this is a confident team.

For that reason, I'm calling this dead even. Even in the Horseshoe. I'm guessing they will be ranked 1 and 2 in the BCS at that point, and not to be trite....

But throw everything out the window, this is going to be for all the marbles. Two great teams, a great rivalry game......going to be the best of the year, one of the best of the decade.

And I'm mortagaging Mikes' house for tickets!!!!!

[justshutupandtakeit]

OSU four point favorite.

[Nasher]

Also have to add that the Buckeyes had 3 TD passes thrown to TE's in yesterday's scrimmage.

Michigan's defense does look outstanding...however how are they going to scheme against a team that can beat you in so many different ways? And remember this, Tressel opens it up the later it gets into the season as oppossed to LLLLoyd who traditionally tightens up for the game.

I can't wait for this game!!!