Oklahoma ball boy chases Michigan player following fumble in 17-10 game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 1:24 AM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Michigan secured a 17-10 victory over No. 11 Oklahoma on Saturday as the Wolverines defense forced two turnovers to secure the win. During a second-quarter sequence, Michigan linebacker Troy Bowles recovered a fumble forced by Chris Bracy and sprinted toward the sideline with the football. An Oklahoma ball boy pursued Bowles down the field in an attempt to retrieve the ball, creating a viral moment during the defensive contest. Michigan held Oklahoma to 289 total yards, with Jyaire Hill providing a fourth-quarter interception that helped set up a go-ahead touchdown by Jordan Marshall. The defensive performance followed preseason focus on the progression of quarterback Bryce Underwood. Bowles contributed to the effort with a notable defensive display, building on his 12-tackle performance against Western Michigan in the team's previous outing.
- •Michigan defeated Oklahoma 17-10 on Saturday.
- •Troy Bowles recovered a second-quarter fumble for the Wolverines.
- •An Oklahoma ball boy chased Bowles down the sideline to recover the ball.
- •The Michigan defense forced two turnovers, including a fourth-quarter interception by Jyaire Hill.
- •Jordan Marshall scored the go-ahead touchdown for Michigan.
- 1:24 AMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma Ball Boy Goes Viral After Chasing Michigan Defender
"Oklahoma's ball boy became an unexpected viral star during Michigan's 17-10 win. His determined attempt to retrieve the football from Troy Bowles quickly drew attention online.
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