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Mustache vs. Earring: Orlovsky's Risky Wager
7 Apr
Summary
- Lewan will shave his mustache until 2026 if UConn wins.
- Orlovsky must wear a Michigan 'M' earring if UConn loses.
- Orlovsky is still undecided on accepting the bet.
ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky is reportedly undecided on a significant bet proposed by his colleague Taylor Lewan, with the outcome hinging on the Michigan-UConn basketball game. This wager involves a substantial personal sacrifice for both individuals, depending on the game's result.
If UConn, Orlovsky's alma mater, secures a victory, Lewan, a former Michigan football player, has agreed to shave his mustache and keep it off until the conclusion of 2026. This represents a considerable commitment for Lewan, who is known for his distinctive facial hair.
Conversely, should Michigan win, Orlovsky faces a potentially more embarrassing consequence. He would be required to don a dangly earring featuring Michigan's 'M' logo and wear it during appearances on ESPN's Get Up alongside Lewan and Will Compton for the remainder of the season. This proposition has generated considerable amusement among their colleagues.
As of the article's publication, Orlovsky had not yet confirmed his acceptance of the bet, with Lewan tweeting that Orlovsky seemed 'scared' and was still awaiting a final decision from his team. The game was scheduled to tip off later that evening, leaving a short window for the decision.
