Unraveling the ugliness that unfolded after Michigan defeated Ohio State for the fourth straight year is as convoluted as the reasons for the outcome of The Game.
During a melancholy Carmen Ohio, Michigan players gathered around midfield and attempted to plant a team flag at the 50-yard line. Ohio State players heard cheers from Michigan fans, turned to see what was unfolding, and ran to meet the Michigan players, arriving just after the flag was stabbed into the ground. A melee ensued.
"I don't know all the details of it, but I know that these guys are looking to put a flag on our field, and our guys weren't going to let that happen," Ryan Day said after the game.