Moments after unranked Michigan stunned then-No. 2 Ohio State, 13-10 on Saturday, Wolverine players with the school’s flag converged at midfield of Ohio Stadium where they were met by Buckeyes who took offense to the visitors’ celebration.
Police had to use pepper spray to break up the melee. Big Ten Network reporter Stephanie Otey said she was among the bystanders hit with the irritant.
“Not only did the actions of both teams violate fundamental elements of sportsmanship such as respect and civility, the nature of the incident also jeopardized the safety of participants and bystanders,” according to a Big Ten statement.
The incident at OSU was among several that broke out Saturday when visiting teams scored victories over bitter rivals on enemy turf.
After Florida’s 31-11 win at Florida State on Saturday, Gators players took their school flag to midfield of Doak Campbell Stadium, leading to a melee and a tense confrontation…
