Introduction
The Miami (Ohio) RedHawks and the Ohio Bobcats are two of the most storied programs in college football. The two schools are located just 70 miles apart, and their rivalry is one of the most heated in the Mid-American Conference. The two teams have met 88 times since 1888, with Miami holding a 52-32-4 advantage. The rivalry has been particularly heated in recent years, with the two teams splitting the last four meetings.
The History of the Rivalry
The Miami (Ohio) and Ohio rivalry began in 1888, and the two teams have played every year since 1905. The rivalry is one of the oldest in college football, and it is one of the most heated in the Mid-American Conference. The two schools are located just 70 miles apart, and their fans are passionate about their teams.
The rivalry has been particularly heated in recent years, with the two teams splitting the last four meetings. The 2017 game was a particularly memorable one, as Miami (Ohio) won 34-27 in overtime. The game was played in front of a sellout crowd at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati, and it was one of the most exciting games of the season.
The Teams
The Miami (Ohio) RedHawks are a member of the Mid-American Conference. The RedHawks have won eight MAC championships, and they have appeared in 11 bowl games. Miami (Ohio) is led by head coach Chuck Martin, who is in his ninth season with the program.
The Ohio Bobcats are also a member of the Mid-American Conference. The Bobcats have won seven MAC championships, and they have appeared in 10 bowl games. Ohio is led by head coach Tim Albin, who is in his third season with the program.
The Rivalry in Recent Years
The rivalry between Miami (Ohio) and Ohio has been particularly heated in recent years. The two teams have split the last four meetings, and the games have been decided by a combined 10 points. The 2017 game was a particularly memorable one, as Miami (Ohio) won 34-27 in overtime. The game was played in front of a sellout crowd at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati, and it was one of the most exciting games of the season.
The 2018 game was also a close one, as Ohio won 24-21. The game was played at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, and it was a physical battle from start to finish. The Bobcats took a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter, but the RedHawks rallied to tie the game with just over two minutes remaining. Ohio kicker Louie Zervos then kicked a 42-yard field goal as time expired to give the Bobcats the win.
The 2019 game was another close one, as Miami (Ohio) won 28-25. The game was played at Yager Stadium in Oxford, and it was a back-and-forth affair throughout. The RedHawks took a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter, but the Bobcats rallied to tie the game with just over two minutes remaining. Miami (Ohio) kicker Sam Sloman then kicked a 35-yard field goal as time expired to give the RedHawks the win.
The 2020 game was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The two teams are scheduled to meet again in 2021, and the game is sure to be another close one.
The Future of the Rivalry
The rivalry between Miami (Ohio) and Ohio is one of the most heated in college football. The two teams are located just 70 miles apart, and their fans are passionate about their teams. The rivalry is sure to continue to be a heated one for many years to come.
Conclusion
The Miami (Ohio) and Ohio rivalry is one of the most storied in college football. The two teams have met 88 times since 1888, and the rivalry has been particularly heated in recent years. The two teams are sure to continue to battle for years to come.
Additional Information
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The Miami (Ohio) and Ohio rivalry is the second-oldest rivalry in the Mid-American Conference, behind the Ball State and Western Michigan rivalry.
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The two teams have met in the MAC Championship Game four times, with Miami (Ohio) winning three of those meetings.
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The rivalry has been particularly heated in recent years, with the two teams splitting the last four meetings.
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The 2017 game was a particularly memorable one, as Miami (Ohio) won 34-27 in overtime. The game was played in front of a sellout crowd at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati, and it was one of the most exciting games of the season.
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The rivalry is sure to continue to be a heated one for many years to come.
