Q 01/05

Which future US president played for Michigan against Ohio State from 1932 to 1934?

A) Richard Nixon

B) Ronald Reagan

C) Gerald Ford

D) Dwight Eisenhower

Answer · why

C) Gerald Ford

Gerald Ford played center on Michigan teams that won national titles in 1932 and 1933. Woody Hayes later gave him a signed football listing the scores...

Q 02/05

After Michigan planted a flag at midfield in Ohio Stadium in 2024, what did police use on brawling players?

A) Pepper spray

B) Tear gas

C) Stun guns

D) Rubber bullets

Answer · why

A) Pepper spray

Pepper spray hit several players as officers from both states broke up the fight. The Big Ten fined each school $100,000 the next day.

Q 03/05

What miniature gold charm has every Ohio State player received after a win over Michigan since 1934?

A) A football helmet

B) A pair of pants

C) A block letter O

D) A buckeye nut

Answer · why

B) A pair of pants

A pair of pants, in gold, recalls a 1934 Ohio State coach's remark that Michigan players dress one leg at a time like anyone else. His teams then shut...

Q 04/05

According to legend, Woody Hayes would rather push his car to the Ohio line than buy what in Michigan?

A) A hotel room

B) New tires

C) Dinner

D) Gasoline

Answer · why

D) Gasoline

Gasoline, in the story, was something Hayes refused to buy even on an empty tank, so Michigan would never get a nickel of his money. He also said "tha...

Q 05/05

Which Michigan quarterback threw the winning touchdown pass against Ohio State in 1999?

A) Tom Brady

B) Drew Henson

C) Brian Griese

D) Elvis Grbac

Answer · why

A) Tom Brady

Tom Brady hit Marquise Walker with five minutes left for a 24–17 win. It evened his record against Ohio State, after a loss as Michigan's starter the ...