Urban always talks about respecting the Rivalry and opponent and I think he got that from Woody through Earle. I think our coaches, players and fans (for the most part) have done so. I know the great history of this Rivalry and believe me, less than a week ago I would have scoffed at the idea of not having it but they cheated in the worst way possible and show no respect for their opponents or the Rivalry. Way over the line. Does their lack of honor and sportsmanship make them unworthy to be our protected rival? Do you think OSU should notify the B1G that it wants to change protected rival status from TCUN? Then we would play the Cheaters as the schedule determines in the future but not every year. Or should we keep them as a (dishonorable) rival and double down on the hate and try to pound them into obscurity?
I don't think they deserve OSU as their rival but am torn as to whether we should end it. A B1G deal, to say the obvious but this scandal is too.
I guess UM's response and acceptance (or not) of responsibility could make a difference. What do you think?