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Michigan Trouble With The Snap

2015 • NCAA • Player Mistake • Special Teams
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THE STORY

On October 17, 2015, during the final play of a game between the Michigan Wolverines and the Michigan State Spartans, Michigan's punter Blake O'Neill mishandled the snap, leading to a fumble recovered by Michigan State's Jalen Watts-Jackson, who returned it for a touchdown as time expired, giving Michigan State a 27-23 victory.

TEAMS / PEOPLE: Michigan Wolverines, Michigan State Spartans

WHY IT MATTERS

This play is considered one of the most dramatic and improbable finishes in college football history, significantly impacting the rivalry between the two teams and the Big Ten Conference standings.

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