Yes, I am still unwilling to concede that OSU won't play UM this year.  Whatever stage of grief that means is fine by me.

Is there anything that absolutely prevents OSU and UM from playing an exhibition game?  Perhaps it is after the CFP (assuming OSU makes it).  Perhaps if OSU loses in the quarterfinals then they could play.  If OSU doesn't make the playoffs, then why not this game instead of a bowl game?

I doubt that it will happen for a host of decisions, but I'm inquiring about any rules that actually prohibit this.  I think Fox would be on board.