Steve Sarkisian draws Michigan fan criticism for comments on field storming
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 6:14 AM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian drew criticism from Michigan fans following his public remarks regarding a post-game celebration. After Michigan defeated Western Michigan 13-12 on a last-second Hail Mary touchdown, the Michigan Stadium crowd stormed the field. During a press conference ahead of a game against Ohio State, Sarkisian stated he was surprised by the reaction from the fans of the 16th-ranked team. Several supporters on social media pushed back against the coach, arguing that the nature of the walk-off play justified the emotional response. Others questioned his focus on Michigan while his team prepares for a high-profile matchup against the Buckeyes. The controversy stems from a review that added one second to the clock before the final touchdown play occurred.
- •Michigan defeated Western Michigan 13-12 with a walk-off Hail Mary touchdown.
- •Officials added one second to the game clock following a review.
- •Steve Sarkisian expressed surprise that Michigan fans stormed the field after the narrow win.
- •Michigan fans criticized the comments on social media platforms.
- •Texas prepares for a top-five matchup against the Ohio State Buckeyes.
- 6:14 AMYahoo Sports — ‘You Just Made An Enemy Out of Me’ — Michigan Fans Ticked Off By Steve Sarkisian Claiming He Was ‘Shocked’ To See Wolverines Storm The Field
"Controversy erupted this past weekend after Michigan appeared to get away with a questionable call against Western Michigan. Fans thought the game clock had expired, only for an official review to add one more second, paving the way for Michigan to win on a Hail Mary touchdown on the final play.
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