After Michigan secured a significant win against Ohio State, Wolverines coach Jim Harbaugh expressed his concerns about how media coverage of the rivalry game has evolved. Harbaugh, who missed the game due to his suspension in the program’s sign-stealing scandal, spoke out on Monday, stating that the intense media attention is creating an unhealthy environment for the players.
“I think that is very manufactured for the TV show people want to see,” Harbaugh said. “It’s not healthy for the student-athletes.” :Said Jim Harbaugh
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According to Harbaugh, the focus on the matchup seems “manufactured for the TV show people want to see” and is not beneficial for the student-athletes. Despite his absence, Michigan’s 30–24 victory over Ohio State marked the third consecutive year the Wolverines emerged victorious in this storied rivalry. The win also secured their spot in the Big Ten title game against Iowa this weekend.
The Wolverines, with an impressive 12–0 record (9–0 Big Ten), will face the Hawkeyes (10–2, 7–2) in the conference championship. The game is set for Saturday at 8 p.m. ET at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis and will be broadcast on Fox.
