ANN ARBOR, Mich. (Interstat) — The stakes are familiar, but the circumstances are not as top-ranked Ohio State puts its perfect season on the line against rival Michigan on Saturday at Michigan Stadium.

The Buckeyes (11-0) enter The Game unblemished, fresh off a 42-9 rout of Rutgers where their quarterback duo of Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz, along with running back Bo Jackson, powered the offense. Ohio State’s defense has been equally formidable, posting three shutouts and holding its last three opponents to a combined 19 points.

The ninth-ranked Wolverines (9-2) are playing for pride and potential postseason positioning after losses to Southern California and Oklahoma marred their record. They are coming off a 45-20 victory at Maryland, fueled by quarterback Bryce Underwood and a three-touchdown performance from running back Bryson Kuzdzal.

Despite the disparity in records, Interstat’s game simulator projects a narrow 24-23 victory for Michigan. Betting markets also favor the Wolverines, who have been installed as 9.5-point favorites. The over/under is set at 43.5.

The rivalry’s intensity remains undimmed, but the Buckeyes aim to complete a perfect regular season, while the Wolverines look to play spoiler and reclaim bragging rights on their home field.