The Game rivalry has started heating up, with former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer embracing his role as the Buckeyes’ fiery ex-leader. His unapologetic Michigan fan colleague, Fox’s Dave Portnoy, isn’t holding back either. The pregame antics took a hit on Meyer’s wallet when Portnoy demanded a $1,000 NIL check from him if Michigan beats Ohio State.

“$1,000 donation to each school’s NIL. So we’re gonna get an Urban Meyer check made out to the University of Michigan football program,” Portnoy said during the Big Noon Kickoff. “ He’s gonna help us keep beating them.”

Meyer agrees to the deal and warns Portnoy that he’ll cash the check himself because he believes OSU will win. The off-field drama is starting to feel more interesting than what’s happening on the field. The

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