The era of heavy-handed NCAA penalties is over. It’s worth looking for shortcuts, playing in the gray area and even cheating outright. If you get caught, you’ll simply pay a fine for your bad behavior — just like they do in the pros.
What is Jim Harbaugh’s punishment in Michigan sign-stealing scandal?
The NCAA announced sanctions on Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh Friday. Here's what they are, and what they mean:
Michigan football’s history of scandals: 5 controversial events in the program’s history
While Michigan football has generally avoided large scandals over its history, the program has faced a handful of controversial events.
The most damning NCAA quote about Jim Harbaugh’s Michigan football tenure
Jim Harbaugh "ran a program that was largely dismissive of rules compliance. There was little, if any, emphasis on following the rules," the NCAA said.
Why didn’t Michigan football receive a postseason ban from NCAA for sign-stealing scandal?
Here's what you need to know on why the NCAA didn't issue a postseason ban to U-M as part of its punishments for the sign-stealing scandal report.
What is a show-cause order? Explaining NCAA’s Michigan penalties
The NCAA announced Friday that multiple "show-cause orders" were included in penalties against Michigan football. Here's what that means:
NCAA says Michigan’s sign-stealing violations ‘required’ a postseason ban. So why didn’t the Wolverines get one?
The end of Michigan's sign-stealing saga demonstrates the NCAA’s dwindling regulatory authority.
Michigan hit with major fine for sign-stealing scheme. Jim Harbaugh’s NCAA exile extended 10 years
NCAA rules that Michigan engaged in a scouting scheme, but it did not impose a postseason ban. Jim Harbaugh is effectively banned from collegiate ranks until 2038.
Michigan’s $30M Fine Projection Is 11% of School’s Sports Budget
The NCAA’s Committee on Infractions ruled Friday that Michigan can play in the college football postseason, it just can’t get paid for it over the next two years. The total expected financial loss is expected to surpass $30 million. That would represent less than 15% of Michigan athletics’ likely 2024-25 spending figures. As a result of the …
What does NCAA punishment mean for Connor Stalions? Former U-M staffer hit with show cause
Here's what you need to know about Connor Stalions' fallout from the NCAA punishments toward Michigan for sign-stealing, and the impact it has on him.
Michigan football sign-stealing scandal: Every NCAA punishment and fine handed down
The University of Michigan received sanctions from the NCAA for its football program's participation in a sign-stealing ring.
What is a show-cause? Explaining former Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh’s NCAA punishment
Jim Harbaugh now has a 14-year show cause from the NCAA for two different violations. What does that mean for former Michigan coach?
Could Arch Manning win the Natty as a first-year starter? + What punishments should Michigan expect?
Six of the top eight teams in the first AP poll have a first-year starter at quarterback. Can they still win it all? The NCAA is announcing Michigan's penalties for the sign-stealing scandal on Friday. What might those end up being? Is the Big 12 trying to discourage a Texas Tech tradition? All this and more on today's College Football Enquirer.
Louis Rees-Zammit signs for Bristol to complete return to rugby from NFL
Winger left sport to go to US in January 2024
Player says Bristol was ‘the obvious choice’
Louis Rees-Zammit has sealed his return to rugby from American football after signing for Bristol. The 24-year-old, who has been capped 32 times by Wales, announced in January 2024 that he was quitting rugby to join the NFL’s international player pathway program. He signed for the Kansas City Chiefs and then the Jacksonville Jaguars, but failed to make a breakthrough and has opted to return to his roots.
Rees-Zammit said on the club website: “Bristol Bears was the obvious choice for me. I want to get fans out of their seats, create exciting moments and help people fall in love with the game. I’m excited to return to rugby at a club that demands those values.”
Continue reading...Northern Illinois coach Thomas Hammock goes on passionate rant about NIL, transfer portal
Northern Illinois coach Thomas Hammock went on an impassioned rant about NIL and the transfer portal in college football