Can We Just Assume USC-OSU Are Better Than ND-UM?

Looking back at last weekend's college football slate, there were two games that really stole the show. That of course, was Michigan-Notre Dame and USC-Ohio State. Heading into the weekend, the USC-Ohio State game grabbed most of the attention in spite of the fact, that Michigan-Notre Dame is the oldest rivalry in college football. Its understandable though. In recent years, the Trojans and Buckeyes have clearly been better than the Wolverines and Irish. Although, it is a bit ironic that on the same day that Michigan and Notre Dame play each other, they also have their most hated rivals play each other. With all that in mind, I think its generally assumed around the college football world that the game in Columbus featured two better teams than the game in Ann Arbor. Again, its understandable why the fans and media would assume that. Does that mean they are right to assume it? I'm not sure. Yes, the Trojans and Buckeyes have clearly been better in recent years; but does that...