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ESPN’s Pete Thamel updates potential timeline for B1G action regarding Michigan
By Paul Harvey
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ESPN’s Pete Thamel has continued his reporting on the details surrounding Michigan in the middle of the ongoing sign-stealing investigation by the NCAA.
Over the weekend, analyst Connor Stalions resigned from his post on Jim Harbaugh’s staff. In his resignation announcement, Stalions indicated he was never directed he was never told to break any rules during his time with the program.
As teams embark on the start of Week 11, it does not appear any immediate action from the B1G is imminent. According to Thamel’s Monday morning report, action from the Big Ten is unlikely in the next 48 hours. Thamel also reports a legal battle is expected to ensue if there is “a punitive suspension” of Harbaugh handed down by the B1G.
Don’t expect any action by the Big Ten in the Michigan sign stealing case for at least the next 48 hours, as the league’s sportsmanship rules allow for a “reasonable” chance to respond to an institution or individual. Sources have told ESPN that they’ll be a legal battle if…
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) November 6, 2023
Following a dominant win over Purdue, Harbaugh continued to reiterate the strength of his team and said the Wolverines have 20-23 players that will be “playing on Sundays next year.” He even called the questions of Michigan’s players “practically a priceless gift” in the middle of the season.
Paul is a lifelong fan and student of all things college football. He has been covering college football since 2017 and the B1G since 2018.