Overview

• During Big Ten Media Days, Sherrone Moore said Michigan will replace flag planting with a postgame tradition of performing for the band, singing the fight song and remaining on the field to greet opponents.
• Derrick Moore, one of three Wolverines at the event, described how a push turned his flag celebration into a brawl that ended with police using pepper spray.
• Ohio State coach Ryan Day also ruled out flag planting and has called for handshake and cordial exchanges after the rivalry game.
• State Rep. Josh Williams introduced the O.H.I.O. Sportsmanship Act in December to make midfield flag planting at Ohio Stadium a felony, with the bill still under consideration.
• In December 2024, the Big Ten levied $100,000 fines on each program following the incident, prompting both schools to reinforce sportsmanship protocols.