Michigan Shocks Ohio State in Intense Showdown, Leading to On-Field Fracas

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30/11/2024 20h51

**Michigan Upsets Ohio State in Dramatic Fashion, Sparking On-Field Skirmish**

In a game that lived up to its storied rivalry, the Michigan Wolverines delivered a stunning 13-10 upset against the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes. The victory not only dealt a severe blow to Ohio State's aspirations for a Big Ten title but also complicated their hopes of securing a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff.

Dominic Zvada became the hero for Michigan, nailing a 21-yard field goal with just 45 seconds left on the clock to give the Wolverines a lead they would not relinquish. Although Ohio State had a fleeting chance to make a comeback without any timeouts, they faltered, failing to secure a first down on their final drive.

The tension reached a boiling point post-game, resulting in an on-field skirmish as Michigan players attempted to celebrate at midfield with a Michigan flag. Ohio State's Jack Sawyer ignited further conflict by ripping the flag from a Michigan player's hands, forcing coaches, police, and security personnel to intervene and restore order.

This win marked Michigan's fourth consecutive victory over Ohio State, all during Ryan Day’s tenure as head coach. The Wolverines, who came into the game as 19.5-point underdogs, now boast a winning streak against the Buckeyes not seen since the period ending in 1992. For Ohio State, this is a stark contrast from the era under Urban Meyer, when the Buckeyes had dominated Michigan with seven straight wins.

The game was characterized by poor offensive performances from both teams. Each quarterback threw two interceptions, with three of those occurring in the red zone. Ohio State's last offensive success came with 8:24 left in the third quarter, after which their offense stagnated. Ultimately, the two teams combined for a mere 486 total yards and 29 first downs.

A critical moment came when Ohio State faced a personnel blunder late in the game. After calling a timeout with 1:55 remaining, the Buckeyes failed to get the correct defensive lineup on the field and were penalized, allowing Michigan to run down the clock significantly.

Despite the disheartening loss, Ohio State's season may still be salvaged. They remain in contention for a spot in the 12-team playoff field, sitting at 10-2. However, their path to a Big Ten title seems obstructed, depending on the unlikely losses of Penn State and Indiana in upcoming matchups.

In the aftermath, questions will linger about Ohio State's offensive capabilities and their chances to make a national title run. For now, Michigan celebrates a hard-fought victory, while Ohio State looks to regroup and recover from a game that slipped out of their grasp in the final seconds.

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