The Ohio State-Michigan rivalry is always on the mind of both fan bases, even when the programs are playing other teams. And with "The Game" about three weeks away, the Ohio State marching band sent a shot across the bow at the Wolverines during halftime of the Buckeyes' game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ohio Stadium.

Ohio State football. The Buckeyes are ranked No. 2 in the country, appear primed for the College Football Playoff, where they'll look to capture their first national title in a decade. To make things even better for Ohio State,

During halftime of Ohio State’s game against Purdue, the Ohio State University Marching Band took the field for their halftime performance. During their routine, they had more than a little fun at Michigan’s expense. Slowly the marching band formed the shape of a bear, which then, well, took care of some business on the Michigan logo.

The Game is still three weeks away, but it's never too early for trash talk between Ohio State and Michigan. During the Ohio State band's halftime performance on Saturday, it added some fresh fuel to an already acrimonious rivalry.