How did you feel when Ohio State defeated Michigan on Saturday?

Over the course of the season, we will continue posing and answering questions about Ohio State teams, their players, and the moments that stay on fans minds. This weeks focus is on the Buckeyes long-awaited victory over their biggest rival.

At last, the losing streak is over. Ohio State has officially ended four straight defeats to the team from Ann Arbor. After dominating the rivalry for many years, Buckeye fans had endured several painful seasons in a row, which made this win especially satisfying. Balance has been restored, and the frustration of recent years finally gave way to celebration.

With that in mind, we want to know: what did you feel when the game clock reached 0:00 on Saturday? Was it relief? Joy? Vindication? Pride? Maybe a mix of everything? While many emotions likely rushed in at once, try to identify the single strongest feeling that stood out to you the most.

Question 1: Which emotion best describes your reaction to the win over Michigan?

Some possible answers include catharsis, excitement, pride, relief, satisfaction, or even a sense of getting even. However, you may have experienced something entirely different. Choose the emotion that best captures your personal reaction to the Buckeyes finally defeating their rival again.

Question 2: What will the winning margin be in Ohio States upcoming game against Indiana?

Early betting lines favored Ohio State by a little more than a field goal, and analytics models project a very close matchup in which the Buckeyes still come out on top. Even so, many believe Ohio State is beginning to hit its stride and could separate itself by multiple scores.

For now, think about how you expect this game to unfold and pick the point difference you believe will appear on the scoreboard when it is over.

Make your selections in the survey below. If your answer is not listed among the choices provided, feel free to add your own pick and perspective in the comments section at the bottom of the page. Be sure to check back on game day to view the overall results.

Every week, highly engaged Ohio State fans from around the country share their views and predictions. You can also take part in these surveys by signing up for the weekly email invitation.

Author: Jackson Miller