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Brutus Beats Rufus in On-Field Skit as Mascots Reunite at Ohio State

The theatrics offered closure to the viral 2010 tackle that defined the rivalry.

Overview

  • Brutus Buckeye and Rufus the Bobcat shared the field in Columbus for their first meeting since the 2010 incident.
  • During a second-quarter sequence, Brutus won a tug-of-war and a 100-yard dash set up as a playful revenge storyline.
  • Stadium screens replayed the 2010 scuffle as Rufus entered with a WWE-style championship belt before Brutus took the spotlight.
  • The mascots ended the bit with a public truce, raising hands together and leading the crowd in an O-H-I-O cheer.
  • Ohio State defeated Ohio University 37-9, providing the game backdrop for the reunion and scripted resolution.