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*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* 

November 28, 2025 

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*Gov. Whitmer and Gov. DeWine Place a Wager on the University of Michigan Wolverine’s Rival Football Game Against the Ohio State University Buckeyes* 

 

*LANSING, Mich. *– Ahead of the Michigan Wolverine’s rivalry game against the Ohio State Buckeyes, Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Ohio Governor Mike DeWine placed a friendly wager. 

 

“As the mom of two Wolverines, I know Michigan will bring strength, grit, and championship swagger to The Game,” said *Governor Whitmer*. “I encourage every Michigander to wear Maize and Blue as we cheer on the Leaders and the Best in the biggest game of the year. I am confident that the Wolverines can beat that school down south for the fifth year in a row. Go Blue!”   

 

On November 29th, the University of Michigan Wolverines will play the Ohio State University Buckeyes in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The state of Michigan is rooting for the team, hoping for a win for the fifth year in the row. 

 

Gov. Whitmer and Gov. DeWine both wagered chips that highlight their states. Gov. Whitmer wagered potato chips made in Michigan: Better Made [ [link removed] ] from Detroit, Great Lakes Potato Chips [ [link removed] ] from Traverse City, and Downey’s Potato Chips [ [link removed] ] from Waterford. Gov. DeWine wagered potato chips made in Ohio: Conn’s Potato Chips [ [link removed] ] from Zanesville, Grippo’s [ [link removed] ] from Cincinnati, Jones’ Potato Chips [ [link removed] ] from Mansfield, and Mikesell’s [ [link removed] ]. Gov. DeWine is also including Marsha’s Homemade Buckeyes [ [link removed] ] to represent his team. 

 

"Every year, this rivalry brings out the best of Ohio — our pride, passion, and belief in the Buckeyes," said *Governor DeWine*. "I'm confident that Coach Ryan Day and this Buckeyes team will bring home the win. Ohioans know what toughness looks like, and we will see that on full display this Saturday. Go Bucks!" 

  

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