Ohio State-Michigan Brawl Sparks Controversy Over Pepper Spray Use and Coaching Tensions

A postgame brawl erupted between Michigan and Ohio State players after Michigan's 13-10 upset victory, reportedly triggered by Michigan players attempting to plant a flag on Ohio State's field. Police intervened using pepper spray to de-escalate the situation, affecting several players and bystanders. The incident, which involved multiple players and required police and security intervention, was criticized as "classless" and "bad for the sport" by Michigan's Kalel Mullings and others.