What has college football come to?

"Michigan Offers Safety Tips For Fans Attending Game
Nov 15 2006 11:50AM
Michigan fans traveling to Columbus for Saturday's huge football game at Ohio State are being offered some safety tips before entering Buckeye country.
In an e-mail announcing a Michigan tailgate near Ohio Stadium, schools officials are advising fans to drive a car with non-Michigan license plates -- if possible.
The e-mail also tells Wolverine fans to keep their Michigan gear to a minimum, or wait until they're inside the stadium to display it.
Another tip is not to "take the bait" if verbally harassed by Buckeyes fans."
I mean, seriously, what happened to the excitement of a college rivalry when you have to get fake license plates and dress incognito just to go to the game in your rival's city! (The truth is... I will be always be SEC deep down in my southern heart!! Okay, maybe a little WAC too for the Bulldogs.)