October 24, 2024

Michigan enshrines flag planted on Ohio State turf after win

5:58 PM ET The celebration from the Michigan Wolverines’ first win at Ohio Stadium since 2000 continues inside the team museum at Schembechler Hall. Michigan has displayed the block “M” flag that players planted on the field at Ohio State following its 45-23 win over the top-ranked Buckeyes. The flag, mounted on a platform that reads “The Game,” now appears in the Towsley Museum lobby inside Schembechler Hall, Michigan’s on-campus football headquarters. Defensive back Mike Sainristil had planted the flag on the block “O” at midfield. Editor’s Picks 8dChris Low 7dAdam Rittenberg 7dTom VanHaaren 2 Related The display also includes a large photo of Wolverines linebacker Michael Barrett carrying the flag, captioned by the famous Bo Schembechler line: “Those who stay will be champions.” The image is flanked by signs showing Michigan’s 2021 and 2022 Big Ten championships. Michigan’s consecutive wins over Ohio State propelled it to league titles and…

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