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Not so sneaky: Rutgers’ attempt to fool Michigan on 4th down goes horribly wrong
By Nick Schultz
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Trick plays are a fun part of football.
Well, when they work.
Rutgers tried getting creative against Michigan on Saturday. Quarterback Noah Vedral acted like he was looking toward the sideline for a play call while running back Isiah Pacheco took the snap behind him to try and sneak across the line on 4th and 1.
It didn’t stand a chance. Watch:
Rutgers went for some trickeration on 4th down.
No. 19 @UMichFootball wasn't falling for it. pic.twitter.com/3BhWkmUdKd
— Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) September 25, 2021
Michigan read it like a book. It’s been that kind of day for Rutgers.
The Scarlet Knights are off to a hot start this season, winning all three of their games. But that undefeated record is in jeopardy as they trail Michigan 14-3 in the 2nd quarter.
You can watch the rest of that game on ABC.
Nick Schultz is a columnist and breaking news writer for Saturday Tradition. A 2020 graduate of Loyola Chicago, he covered the Ramblers' 2018 Final Four run from beginning to end and has worked at NBC Sports Chicago. Follow Nick on Twitter @NickSchultz_7.