The storm is brewing around Michigan and Purdue’s coach added wind to it. As the recent days have not proved any good for the Michigan Wolverines football team, it’s time for another banger. The alleged sign-stealing and in-person scouting investigation is running at pace. Central Michigan is yet to come to any final conclusion with the photographs surfaced of a person resembling Connon Stallions.

Dave Portnoy is the one, holding in by Michigan’s side firmly. But if Will Walters’ allegations hold any water, the whole scandal will take an unfavoured turn. Amidst all the chaos, the recent blow of claims from Purdue coach found Dave Portnoy in its way.

Dave Portnoy belly laughs at Purdue coach

Known for his candid and often humorous commentary on sports and pop culture, Portnoy couldn’t resist weighing in on the controversy. In a classic Portnoy move, he took to social media to mock Walters’ allegations, adding a touch of levity to an otherwise serious situation. He tweeted with a bunch of laughing emojis quoting Purdue coach Ryan Walters’s remarks on Michigan.

Purdue Coach Ryan Walters shone a spotlight on allegations of sign-stealing and in-person scouting by Michigan. Walters presented evidence that, if substantiated, could clearly implicate Michigan in the alleged scandal. The plot thickened when Michigan football analyst Connor Stalions, who found himself at the center of the ongoing NCAA investigation, resigned.

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Stallions reportedly purchased tickets for more than 30 games at 12 of the possible 13 Big Ten stadiums and four tickets to games featuring out-of-conference College Football Playoff contenders over three years. These purchases, which intriguingly included tickets to the 2021 and 2022 SEC Championship Games through the secondary market, could potentially serve as further evidence of Michigan’s alleged scouting efforts.