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Butt: Michigan Title Deserves An Asterisk
10 Oct
Summary
- Michigan's 2023 national championship has an asterisk, says Jake Butt.
- NCAA investigation found sign-stealing but no vacated wins.
- Coaches received suspensions, Harbaugh faces show-cause order.
Three years after the sign-stealing scandal emerged during Michigan's 2023 national championship season, questions about its legitimacy persist. Former Michigan tight end Jake Butt, now a broadcaster, stated that the championship "has an asterisk on it." The NCAA's investigation confirmed an impermissible sign-stealing scheme from 2021 to 2023.
Despite the findings, Michigan avoided severe repercussions like vacated wins or bowl bans. The sanctions primarily targeted coaches, with Sherrone Moore receiving a suspension and Jim Harbaugh facing a significant show-cause order. However, Butt expressed disappointment with the team's subsequent performance, suggesting the program has reverted to being a "punching bag" despite its resources.
