Michigan Football: The Wolverines’ victory over Penn State set new program records.
Third Notification Michigan easily defeated No. 10 Penn State, 24–15, by bullying their way to victory. The victory demonstrated the dominance of Michigan over the previous two and a half seasons as the Wolverines set two new program records.
MICHAEL MICHAELINES The majority of people predicted that Michigan’s late-season encounter with Penn State would serve as the team’s first real test going into the 2023 campaign. Happy Valley is a tough place to play the Nittany Lions, but in addition to the usual distractions of an NCAA investigation into their program, the Wolverines had to deal with head coach Jim Harbaugh’s suspension for the game less than 24 hours before it started.
When the Wolverines took the field on Saturday, none of the commotion and controversy outside the building mattered as No. 3 Michigan easily defeated No. 10 Penn State, 24-15. The victory demonstrated the dominance of Michigan over the previous two and a half seasons as the Wolverines set two new program records.
“The Wolverines own the longest winning streak in program history 22 games in a row against Big Ten opponents.”
“According to the conference, Michigan has won 20 straight games, a new school record (the previous high was 19, set by the Gary Moeller-coached teams from (1990–1992). This is because the Big Ten does not count the 2021 and 2022 league championship games as conference games”
Facing Maryland this weekend, the Wolverines will have another opportunity to set a new program record and reach an incredible milestone in the process – by becoming the first team in college football history to reach 1,000 program wins.
The biggest question for Michigan right now is whether or not Harbaugh will be on the sidelines with his team to celebrate such an impressive milestone if the Wolverines can get the win this weekend (Michigan is currently a 21-point favorite over Maryland). Harbaugh is scheduled to be in court on Friday as he seeks an injunction that would allow him to continue coaching his football team.
The Big Ten Conference and commissioner Tony Petitti were sued by the Michigan board of regents last Friday after the league banned Harbaugh for allegedly stealing signs, in violation of the sportsmanship rules. The Big Ten chose to punish Harbaugh despite the league’s admission that it now lacks proof that he was aware of the scheme or participating in it.
Jim Harbaugh would likely be able to rejoin the sidelines for Saturday’s game against Maryland if the injunction is granted on Friday, which may lead to a contentious legal dispute between the University of Michigan and the Big Ten conference.
“I’ll speak with you on Friday,” Harbaugh declared. “All I’m searching for is that chance. Seeking the merit of the situation without seeking special treatment or a popularity contest.