Medium Paul Bunyan Trophy

Can’t fit the original-sized lumberjack on your desk? We get it. That’s why we’re bringing you the Medium Paul Bunyan Trophy—a 9-inch tall, 1.3-pound tribute to the Michigan–Michigan State rivalry that’s just the right size for your shelf, desk, or overly ambitious dashboard.

Carved with legendary detail (minus the splinters), this pint-sized Paul Bunyan brings all the rivalry energy without taking up half your workspace. He’s got his axe. He’s got his stance. He’s got your back through spreadsheets, fantasy football drafts, and post-game trash talk.

Whether you’re a Spartan, a Wolverine, or just someone who appreciates Big Ten chaos, this trophy is a perfect middle ground—not quite shelf-dominating like the full-size version, and not small enough to get mistaken for an ornament by your cat.

The Paul Bunyan Governor’s Trophy was first presented by then-Governor (and Michigan alum) G. Mennen Williams in 1953 as a means of welcoming Michigan State to the Big Ten Conference. Deemed by many a political publicity stunt, the trophy traveled between Ann Arbor and East Lansing to little fanfare for a few years. However lengthy winning streaks by each school over the years have given Paul a much higher profile. Big Ten pride and tradition are evident today, as winning Spartans or Wolverines are quick to grab Mr. Bunyan and take him home once the clock hits 0:00.

Paul stands 13 inches tall and 5.5 inches wide. He weighs 4 pounds, making the perfect centerpiece for your man cave, bar, or tailgate table.