Michigan and Ohio State have been fined $100,000 each by the Big Ten following a post-game fight that broke out after the Wolverines’ win over the Buckeyes. The altercation began when Michigan players tried to plant a flag at the midfield logo of Ohio Stadium, sparking a brawl between the two teams. The fight was temporarily halted but restarted when Ohio State defensive end Jack Sawyer grabbed the Michigan flag, leading to further chaos on the field.
Police had to use pepper spray to break up the fight, and both schools were found to have violated the Big Ten Sportsmanship Policy. The conference issued the fine as a result of the lack of respect, civility, and potential safety risks displayed during the incident. The Big Ten Conference deemed the matter concluded and will not be commenting further on the issue.
The fight at the Michigan-Ohio State game was not an isolated incident, as similar altercations occurred at other college football rivalry games over the weekend. Michigan’s win was their fourth consecutive victory over Ohio State, marking the first time since 2019 that the Buckeyes have lost to the Wolverines. Despite the loss, Ohio State is still expected to make it to the College Football Playoff with a 10-2 record, while Michigan finishes the regular season at 7-5. The post-game fight serves as a reminder of the intensity and passion surrounding college football rivalries, even amidst financial repercussions.
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