Michigan avoid playoff ban but face record NCAA fine over sign-stealing
The NCAA has imposed a record-breaking fine of over $20 million on the University of Michigan for running an illegal in-person scouting and sign-stealing scheme. The Wolverines will forfeit postseason revenue for the 2025 and 2026 seasons, but they have avoided a postseason ban. Additionally, the school was fined $50,000, assessed 10% of its football budget, and will lose the financial equivalent of 10% of its football scholarships for 2025–26. Other sanctions include a 25% reduction in official visits for the 2025–26 season, a 14-week ban on recruiting communications, and four years' probation. The NCAA's decision reflects the severity of the violation, while allowing the Wolverines to continue competing in the playoffs.
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