What was the scandal?
When the Wolverines' sign-stealing scandal came to light, everyone across the college football world rallied against the Wolverines. And in a true stroke of genius, they flipped the script with the slogan “Michigan vs. Everybody” and what originally started as a simple t-shirt transitioned into a national championship. Frankly, it's like a scene from a movie.
But instead, this is real life. This isn't Hollywood, this is literal. The Wolverines really had to fight everyone, including the NCAA, the Big Ten Conference, and the No. 2 team in the nation (Washington Huskies) to get to the promised land. Whether it was fan criticism, an investigation, or Jim Harbaugh's six-game suspension, even the mighty Alabama Crimson Tide got involved. All of that and Michigan State still won the national title.
It's a really great story. (Related: Miami Hurricanes top FCS QB Reese Poffenberger enters transfer portal. Can he get them back on track?)
The fairytale story came to an end on Monday night, with No. 1 Michigan State defeating No. 2 Washington State, 34-13. Win first national championship since 1997. From the start, it was a glorious night for the Wolverines, who never trailed by a second against the Huskies.
Oh, and on top of that, the University of Michigan finished an undefeated season at 15-0.
It's the kind of legendary college football story you often see in movies and documentaries.
can't believe it.
Michigan Wolverines are national champions #PMSCFB Natty pic.twitter.com/9TSFUEEXBS
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) January 9, 2024
And it's official, folks! The next college football action will be in the new EA Sports video game. Thank heavens!
See you soon, college football! I'll miss you! And congratulations to the University of Michigan for being on the right track in history!
