COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State’s supposed talent advantage against Michigan has been a difficult one to describe.

On paper, Ohio State has bene more talented in each of the last four years against Michigan. And yet, each one of those years ended with a Buckeye loss.

Even in 2023, the Buckeyes were “more talented” than the Wolverines, but Michigan proved it was the more talented team both on the field and in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Now, the Buckeyes enter The Game looking to snap a five-game losing streak against the Wolverines. On paper, they’re more talented -- but are they, and does it matter?

Here’s a look at the team’s talent ranking as recruits, with the 247Sports composite ranking listed. (Note: Transfers are italicized with their transfer rankings listed. OVR stands for overall rank)

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