What has college football come to?

It's Michigan week here in Columbus. In a normal year, it's a big game, but this year it's even bigger --- it's the #1 vs. #2 matchup. All eyes will be on Columbus, and evidently we're not very nice to Michigan fans. This safety alert was released by Michigan this week in preparation for the game here at the Horseshoe...something about it made me laugh!

"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.)