Michigan Alum Rich Eisen’s Emotional Reaction to Wolverines’ 1st Football National Title Since 1997
Michigan alum Rich Eisen reacts to the Wolverines’ first football national championship since 1997 with a College Football Playoff win over the Washington Huskies.
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Last time UM won the natty I was 14 and I was able to watch them win it last night with my 14 year old son. I will never forget it, Go Blue!
Same! I was 15 last time Michigan won it & I got to watch the game with my 15 year old son. GO BLUE!
I was 15 when they won it in 1997. Charles Woodson won the Heisman, and still the only defensive player to do so.
Born in 1983., 14 years old I watched the 98 Rose Bowl from a little TV in an old school Florida efficiency hotel on Clearwater Beach,, which was sadly ripped down for something bigger and better and more expensive,, anyways I remember running out into the sand screaming..,
Dud that is so awesome, Go Blue.
I was 7 years old
Big applause for D. Edwards. He could have gone into the portal and starred somewhere else. He stayed. He's a champion.
Absolutely! Great post to bring this up! Go-Blue!
He was saving his juice for the nfl anyways
@@pavelstrelchuk216 truth to that though. Blake put on all the miles. Edwards will most likely be back next year. He and Mullens look to get the workload. I expect a Heisman candidate year at least, regardless of QB or coach.
Every Michigan fan gets it. Every Michigan fan feels this. We reached the unreachable star!
Agreed 💯, GO BLUE FOREVER 💙
GoBlue. Michigan fan since forever.
Yes! I still can’t believe it. Nothing can top this feeling. Go Blue! 〽️
It Still feels surreal and euphoric just trying to take it in still so proud of this team
I've been a member of The WOLVERINE NATION since '66. I was a member of the a-maize-ing Michigan Marching Band. Like so many others, I've felt every high and low for all those years. I couldn't be happier. YUBA and always GOOOOOO BLUUUUUE!
This segment right here is why I will always give the nod to College Football over the NFL. The whole "I wear MY SCHOOL on my sleeve" is so meaningful.
@@benjaminubben4436 yeah but just watch your team, whoever they are, will have a chance at their day in the sun. That’s the beauty of college football.
@@jayjunior5504stop the cap theres like 10 schools that have a chance to win
football has change too much conference are getting to big& playoff expand to 4 teams to 12 teams , NFL has indoor football stadiums, for cold months November, December, January,
As an OSU fan I’m genuinely happy for Michigan fans. Been a long time coming. You deserve all the glory.
TY
Thank you for being classy af.
It is so refreshing to meet a rival fan with so much class... We will see you in November for another epic battle as between our schools we have the greatest football games ever!! And the greatest rivalry in sports history...
I can remember in the rough days in Iraq and Afghanistan when I was exhausted and couldn't keep going, I would whisper to myself, "You are a Wolverine" and I would get another few steps forward. Hail young men. You Leaders. You champions of the West.
❤️🇺🇸
I caught the end of the game on AFN here in Iraq after my night shift ended. The Wolverines and Lions have been providing lots of energy and motivation for me here!
Thank you first off for your service. I usually as a Buckeye would not be saying this but congrats they earned it so did you. God Bless can’t wait to take out the Champs next year.
Thank you for your service 🗽🇺🇲
And it will be a dishonorable and disgraceful Marine officer to take them down! My father was an honorable Marine, I served honorable and would never compromise my principles! It’s a shame to see so many so called “honorable” people turn a blind to this programs cheating!
HAIL to the Victors!!!🎆🏈🏆🎉
Valiant!
waaah waaah mommy mommy but Michigan cheats waaah waaah @@jackie00776
what game did they cheat in?? @@jackie00776
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Every * indicates 3 points an Ohio school scored in the Jiffy Lube bowl game.
For the past three years, I’ve been able to take my sons to games in Ann Arbor. They could not understand why tears of joy streamed down my face when the Michigan Marching Band “takes the field “ and plays “The Victors” for the first time. It is such a special place. I am especially proud to be a UM alumn today. GO BLUE!!!!
I have gotten choked up when James Earl Jones starts to read his annual testament to the University of Michigan.
I sat and cried for a half hour after the game was over. I've been emotional all day. Forever Go Blue!
Congrats Phil. You DESERVE the joy from this SPECIAL moment 😎
It hit me 4 days later, then I cried. I was too high and had to come down.
2010 grad here. Watched the 1997 Championship as a 10 year old. This means everything to me. Love you, Rich. You're a hero to our legion.
It means everything to you? It has nothing to do with you! lol
Those donations and season tickets mean nothing? Okay, dawg.@@hermanreid
You don't understand the core of sports or anything Rich said then. It's a community. It's memories with loved ones and the emotions you experience together. It can mean everything to you without being on the field.@@hermanreid
10 years old? You don’t remember that 😂😂😂😂😂😂
You don't remember anything before 5th grade? I feel sad for your brain@@ItzBorno
I didn’t know this school meant so much to you, Rich Eisen. That is a great story. Congratulations 🍾🎉 on your schools win. 🏆
It gets into the blood. Read my larger post here. Michigan is a special place.
Rich is in tears, I'm tearing up listening to him because it means so much. I'm his age and the fans of the maize and blue have been through a lot over the years. This was a year to remember forever. Go Blue!
Our state needed this journey, and in addition to the National Championship, the State of Michigan needed this. From Iron Mountain through Traverse City to Kalamazoo, from Benton Harbor through Ann Arbor to Detroit, too. Hail to the Victors.
Even a few households in East Lansing I bet who now rejoice in hiding 😂
Shout out from Iron Mountain lol
Wrong. I am from Michigan. Born and raised. I don't want something that wasn't earned.
You were a few years behind me at Michigan. Nobody understands the "concept" of experiencing Michigan football as a student. It stays with you and will always be a big part of your life. Last night was special. Go Blue!!
C/O '91 & '98, it's quite an experience
Was there for the tough years. Class of 2016.
Class of 2026 and nobody could POSSIBLY have it better.
Harbaugh was in my Freshman Class. NOBODY.
no offense there fella, but everybody thinks their school experience is "special"... and in the end they are all very much the same. Ask Alabama, Florida, USC, OSU, etc... they'll all say that there is no place like their own. That's what college is...but this year, it's your crown. 👑 Enjoy!
While I didn’t go to UM, my wife’s uncle played there in the 80s and was part of the winning Rose Bowl team in ‘81. So happy for UM!
my dad has always been a huge michigan football fan i grew up with a maize and blue bedroom and a painting commemorating their 97 season glad i was able to acttally witness this one !
I never attended Michigan, but was born in Michigan & grew up watching UM Football since the early 1970's. Michigan has broken my heat more times than I can even think of. Now, finally I can take pride that they have now captured their own National Championship (UM got shafted by the 1997 Coaches poll) Bo is smiling down at us all today. Hail The Victors!
I’m surely not a Michigan fan but it warms my heart seeing your loyalty rewarded and the emotional feeling you present to your audience. Very happy for you and All the fans! 🎉
OSU fan, super happy for you Rich Eisen. You guys earned it and deserve it. Always have enjoyed watching these videos and I’m glad you get to have this moment
It’s refreshing seeing osu fans like u say that instead of “cheater” or “vacate”
It is so wonderful to meet such an honorable and classy rival fan as you... Thank you so much for the sentiments... And we will see you in November for yet another epic battle as we have the greatest games and the biggest rival in sports history... Everyone else is running in last place
@@TheDarinw40 Amen. The Game is all I have to say.
Couldnt wait for this segment.... Rich is such a gem and he should 100% go to a parade!
He's a nerdy goofball shill.
I can so relate as a person who stepped on that campus as a freshman in 1984 and fell in love with everything Michigan…going to the Big House….going to the Rose Bowls. Love this team. Go Blue 💛💙💛💙
The single greatest season in Michigan history. All the scrutiny this team had to endure this season, and they all came together and kept pushing through and winning. What a season for the history of college football and the University of Michigan. Go Blue!!! 💙🙌🏈〽️
I've been a Michigan fan since 1979. It began with Bo Schembechler. Never been a fair weather fan. I've been strong and defended the Maize & Blue. This one does mark the time for me as well. But, I will bathe in this for a long time. And, the bragging rights are there for all Michigan fans! GO BLUE!
Agreed 💯
Congrats Rich, even though I'm a lifetime Alabama fan, I'm very happy for you and the Wolverines!
Native Michigander, lifelong fan, and Michigan alum here. I echo all of your sentiments. I live in Seattle now and was surrounded by UW fans last night. The emotions that came over me were so overwhelming. Go Blue, my friend!
The go Blue Nation is very vast I live in Florida and I meet members of our great sports fraternity everyday
You brought back good memories for me, Rich. I grew up watching the great Michigan teams of the 70s. My freshman year at Michigan was 1980, that great team that got Bo his first Rose Bowl win and the last year of Bob Ufer. I remember going to orientation in summer of 1980 and they brought us into an empty Michigan stadium. This farm boy from a small town was overwhelmed. My first game there as a student was unbelievable. The band fired up the crowd and I was awed by 100K people in one place. I lived in South Quad my freshman year where a bunch of the football players lived. I went to get on the elevator one day and both Ed Muransky and Bubba Paris, the starting offensive line tackles, were in there. I was awestruck. We had a fire drill later in the fall and I got to see Anthony Carter in the hallway. Awestruck again. The topper was about a week later when Bo gave a pep rally speech outside of West Quad with the offensive line standing behind him in their letterman jackets. I was about ten feet from Bo. He fired us up so much, I was ready to run through a building. All cherished memories. Thanks to Jim Harbaugh for bringing home the biggest win in my lifetime. Go Blue!
Absolutely Awesome!!! Go Blue!!!!!
@@ravenradios I'll never forget Bo up that close. He was on a raised podium. He had a microphone but really didn't need it. I can only imagine what his halftime locker room speeches were like.
When you watch the pro level Michigan Marching Band going up to the stadium for a Game, it's so awesome. Great drumline and the whole band.!!!
I'm a former MI resident living in Mexico (of all places!) for nearly 50 years. Went to MSU but was glad to see the Blue and Big 10 triumph with good ole hard nose football. Rightly savor that and good to hear you talk fondly about MI. PS> Hope the Lions put together a complete game against the Rams!
Not a Michigan fan, wasn’t rooting for them, but this is the best part of their victory. I’m a big fan of Rich and always watch when he talks about Michigan
When Rich mentioned sports capturing a moment in time, I instantly went back to the moment Jeter hit his game winning single on his last game at Yankees stadium and how elated I was for him. Congratulations to you and every Michigan alum and fan sir.
Wonder if Jeter ever thanked little Jeffrey for that game winning moment
@@josephlinnell9855 I hope Jeter gave Robertson something nice for blowing a 3-run lead and letting him get that at-bat
Jeter was in Houston last night for the game.
I go to 2 places... Desmond Howard returning kickoff for TD in Superbowl & our 1997 Natty... Woodson winning Heisman awesome time back then...
Fun fact: Derek Jeter earned a scholarship to play baseball at Michigan and took a semester's worth of classes at the university before leaving the next term to go pro and join the Yankees.
I was born the year Michigan won the national championship last time! As an alum 21', there were just so many great memories with this school that I will always hold deep in my heart. This school means so much to me beyond what I could ever imagine. Go Blue!
GO BLUE !!! I watched Des Howard and got hooked. My wife and I finally got to two games…67-65 triple OT win at the Big House over Illinois…then the last second heroics over Notre Dame in the first night game….and now this….Mission Complete.
I felt that…. Class of 2016 right here. I was late grad. Born in 1992. I grew up with the lore of Michigan football. Briefly was alive for the height, the whole fall of the program. All of the heartbreak as a student… all of the triumph. This meant so much for every Michigan man, woman, and alum. I’ll never forget this one.
A heartfelt congrats from the state of Washington, love that it meant as much to you as it would have to us💜
And we welcome you to the Big ten as well and looking forward to facing you in the 24 season... With your edition, USC, UCLA.. we now have the strongest conference in the NCAA..... Congrats on a wonderful season looking forward to an epic battle this year
As soon as the clock hit :00 I thought of Rich. So happy for him as a fan and for Michigan as a school.
Funny I did too and I couldn't wait for this segment on his show
Right there with you, Rich. I can't describe the emotions I'm feeling today. Happy Michigan Wolverines Day.
I've been watching B1G Network most of the day, seen show twice now...lol & it just started 3rd showing, about to switch channels (MAYBE) LOVE THIS SEASON!!!!!
Let's see when the NCAA pulls those scholarships
@bryaneshepherd2589 what happens when they don't? What will all haters do, when it all stands? It's the only thing we'll be waiting to see, if you'll all have sportsmanship, or be poor sport trolls as you've been all Season...
Agreed 💯
Michigan football is full of tradition! Super happy for fans of Michigan and me being one too! GO MICHIGAN 💙 “Hail To The Victors”
I’ve been a lover of Michigan football since the late 1970s and am finding this so wonderfully surreal. 1997 was a great year and a great team, but this is altogether different. It wasn’t that long ago when I was thinking Wolverine football’s best days were behind it. So glad I’ve been able to witness this. Unreal and amazing. GO BLUE!!!
as someone that doesn't watch college football, i watched this and rooted hard for michigan, for rich. being a jets fan, he deserves sports happiness from somewhere. happy for you rich!
Loved your reaction Rich. I was never a student at Michigan but I lived in Ypsilanti when I was a kid and grew up loving Michigan football watching it with my parents. Bo’s teams were my favorite until this team. I’m 71 now and I feel like a kid every time I watch the maze and blue.
Loved your story😢...I started grad school at UM in 1986, a kid from a foreign overseas country not knowing the football culture at Michigan....I ran into QB Harbaugh and other um athletes on campus back then...And since watching my 1st football game at the big house, my love for um football grew to greater heights...And honored to have met Coach Harbaugh in summer 2021, who gracefully accepted a photo op with me and my daughter, not knowing that was a turning point for the great run to becoming National Champions today...Hail to the victors🎉
As a CMU Chippewa Alum, during the Dan Lefevour/ Antonio Brown/ Brian Kelly/ Butch Jones years. Screaming our Fight Song. Going to bowl games and cracking the top 25 as a mid major. Getting a first overall pick from your school (Eric Fischer). Rich hits the nail on the head.
The first game I attended as a little kid, Harbaugh was our QB. Its amazing how it culminated into this victory last night. I love college football history. Such a great story this year for Michigan football!
I would watch Harbaugh, then in practice at school; I'd pretend I was him. I am ambidextrous though, & wrote a letter to him; telling him how to be so as well...lol doubt he got letter, dunno... but, awesome times back then, & been great again... Now, it's Glorious!!!
You deserve all the praise rich you a true blue blooded Michigan man congrats Michigan and coach Jim congrats rich
When michigan got that almost-pick 6, all I could see in my mind was Rich Eisen smugly smiling and drinking wine while staring at a camera
that was also a great call by Fowler if only he would have scored a TD
My Dad grew up in Long Island and made his way over to the Detroit area after college, and his son (yours truly) went to school at Michigan. My family in NY congratulated me last night on having the best team in college football, and they’re Michigan fans now. There’s more NY to Michigan connections than you might think!! Crazy.
My daughter is currently a senior at Michigan so this has extra special meaning to us
I’ve been waiting for this! He’s the king of Michigan fans!!! GO BLUE BABY!!!!!
I totally can relate and I’m so happy that you shared your experience with U of M! A special place and culture
You’ll never find fans like this in the nfl, congrats Rich! Thanks for reminding us why college football rocks
I disagree. When the eagles won, being from the underdog city. It will be special for us for the rest of our lives. My grandpa was a fan all of his life. The last year with us was our superbowl year. Never seeing that to the last year of his life is extremely special
Thats a bunch of baloney! I beg to differ!
Such an incredibly silly comment!
I don't agree with this at all. I come from Steelers country and they live and breathe it. When the Steelers broke through and won the super bowl in 2005, my whole family was in tears. You didn't think this comment through
I agree as a suffering 69 year old Lions fan. If had to pick one, a Super Bowl win for my Lions or a National Championship for my Wolverines or I’ll take UOfM every time. Go Blue!
2013 grad here. Didn't watch in 1997. Me and my son watched Michigan win together last night. So much of what you said resonates with me. Never thought any of this would matter to me. It was so incredible to watch this team this year. Wow
Beautiful, Rich. As someone from Michigan, I've always wondered what your connection to MI was and how you ended up going there. Now I know. First time I've heard this story. It's great having you, and seeing your love and passion for the school and state. You picked a good one! I'm so happy for you, and all the other long-term die-hard Wolverines! 🙌
Im on cloud nine today! So happy, so proud! Go Blue!
Always have loved your takes, but as Michigan wrapped it up I could only think of you cheering emphatically (or smiling through tears and a stern look), congratulations, Rich! You and all of the Blue deserve it! -Sincerely yours, resident Notre Dame fan
You got to love the true emotion and feeling of a real fan. And more than a fan, a part of the Michigan alumni and family. This is his real as it gets for anyone who roots for any sport team, let alone actually has involvement or has stepped in the grounds to feel a part of that special organization.
Been waiting for this since the game ended. Rich say it loud and proud GO BLUE
Congrats Rich... Been a long time coming. Couldn't be any happier for you
I got accepted into grad school in 97 at Michigan, Notre Dame, and U. of Illinois @UC and the deciding factor for me was football. I was fortunate to attend in a year where there was lightning in a bottle. Like Rich, my devotion to Michigan football has never wavered though the highs and lowly lows. I never called for Harbaugh's head on a pike and most importantly, I never gave up hope. Like beating OSU in 2021, the catharsis of this moment is unlike anything I've ever felt. Go Blue! Thank you Rich.
I'm 67 YO, and I can't be happier. Probably the last time I'll see it. I also am enjoying going over to the OSU boards where they are livid and in utter denial.
I was 5 in 97. I didn't understand what was going on really, all I knew was my dad was happy. I grew up with maize and blue in my blood cheering all the way. My dad passed away when I was 16. Last night and today are very emotional, with tears of joy and some sadness. I wish so much I could share the joy I feel with him right now, I wish he was beside me when that clock hit 00 and it was final. I've carried the hat I got him when I was 10 around with me all these years. Never worn it. I feel like it might finally be time. Its not just a game for some. Its a lifetime of memories. Forever Go Blue!
A LEGENDARY SEASON! HAIL TO THE VICTORS!! GO BLUE!!!
I'm happy for you and Michigan. I like seeing this side of you that you've shown more recently. Being part of something bigger than ourselves is a special feeling..:) Keep up the great work. The world needs sports more than ever now to unite us...:)
Thx Rich. It means that much to me too man. I was glad to wake up today and hear someone who understands the emotion of this win the way I do. That was amazing! Go blue!!
97' I was 13 and fell in love with Michigan football when they won the natty. That same feeling came back and more. Those who stay will win!!! GO BLUE! 〽️
The last time Michigan won it all I was 5-months old… Pretty awesome experience watching what unfolded last night, all I could think about is Rich Eisen must be having the time of his life. Happy for UM fans! 🎉
I was 12 the last time they won. SOOOOOO HAPPY FOR YOU, the school, the fanbase, the alumni. CONGRATULATIONS, SO WELL DESERVED! THEY DID IT!
Same! I was in the 7th grade and it’s been a long wait!
So happy for you, me, and every Michigan alumni and fan who has stuck with this team through the rough times! Go Blue!!!
Agreed 💯
LSA '95 here. You've encapsulated exactly how a lot of us feel right now. Go Blue!
Listening to your passion about Michigan made me actually watch the national championship for a change. But also as a Niners fan I'm also extremely happy for Harbaugh, he deserved it. Amazing coach! Go Blue!
We are exactly the same. I support Michigan because of Jim Harbaugh. His teams when he led the 49ers were so fun to watch. Go Niners.
not even a big college football fan but i’m happy for rich and all the other alumni and the great players on that team, congratulations on the win!
You’re awesome, Rich. Thanks for the heartfelt memories. We’re the same age and I remember, as a student at Purdue, drinking at a party with Jim Everett and storming the field after a victory and taking down the goalpost. Memories that matter. Congrats on the National Championship! 🏈
As a Georgia fan, I can relate to all the losses (2nd & 26, Miracle at Jordan-Hare, etc) disappearing two years ago when we beat Bama. Enjoy it, Rich. Congrats!
Watching Michigan since age 7 in 1977. 97' was great. This one is AWESOME 🔥 & UNDISPUTED. Thru guts and effort..these kids did it!! It means SO much to our state and all the great fans. If Jim leaves.. I'm grateful for what he's created. 🏆💙
I was there for the game last night and was super emotional. I feel you Rich!
So so happy for you and UM Nation. Oddly enough, I was not emotional last night. I was more so after the Rose Bowl. Only now, listening to your story does it finally sink in.
As an Illinois fan I live vicariously through your joy today! And I definitely connect to my school the same way you do yours💙🧡. But I wholeheartedly agree about the beauty of sports. Well said, as always, and congrats.
i went to michigan, and was a season ticket holder as a student. But that was a long time ago, and I dont care nor watch college football at all, really. but when michigan won last night, even though Im not really a football fan anymore, I was thinking about everyone I know or knew back in college who is happy right now. It made me think about ann arbor, all the people i shared formative memories with. football is what it is, but the beauty of sports is that it connects us all
Beautifully said
Congrats Rich. I must say this had a completely different tone than I expected. Thank you for the words.
We were same year, Rich. We even conversed a couple of times. My first Michigan football memory was a month or so before when Michigan lost to Iowa on a last second field goal when the teams were ranked 1 and 2. After that game I was convinced that I HAD to get into Michigan. It happened for me the following January.
Remember that game like it was yesterday
Rich, your comments really resonated with me and I totally understand what you are talking about. I live in Ohio, but have been a diehard Michigan fan since I was a kid. I never attended UM as I went to BGSU, but last night just removed so many burdens you mentioned and brought much relief and thrill! One of the happiest days of my life, no doubt!!
I remember watching and rooting for the 1997 team! Now i was able to watch the title game rooting for meeeechigan with my son! Will be a great memory! Gooooo Bluuuuuueeeeee Baby!
I've never been in michigan God willing I see a game there. I got real emotional last night then again this morning watching game after vids...just amazing.....GO BLUE!!!
As a die hard Bucs fan I know the feeling of not winning for a long time and then to finally see your team make it and win! I am extremely happy for you Rich and you should fully enjoy this moment! Get all the merch you can, I have a wall dedicated to both the Bucs championships!
I loved your heart-felt story very much. I'm 78 years old and live near AnnArbor. I recall the anguish I experinced when Bo and Woody faced off. I've remained a Michigan man to this day because of that inflammatory passion both Bo and Woody brought to 'The Game'. My sons are Michigan alums about your age and we all (including my wife) are die hard Michigan folks. My wife of 50 some years yells at the TV more than I do. Never feel guilty about wearing your love of Michigan on your sleeve. I hope you get to the parade...Go Blue...
Last night was truly an amazing night. So proud of our National Champion Wolverines. Go Blue!!!
I remember when the Colts came back to play in Baltimore for the first time. Harbaugh brought the game ball to Johnny U. It was a beautiful moment!
Great listening to this reminiscence. As a member of the band at that Fiesta Bowl and an alum who loves marching at homecoming, I’m right there with you. Go Blue!
Right there with you, Rich. I'm a lifelong Michigan fan and proud alum from the school. I was a sophomore in high school, fresh off of a season playing JV football, when they won (I don't say split) the national title in 97-98. That season was special - I was totally awestruck by Charles Woodson's talent, by how cohesive that team was. I've waited 26 years for them to get to this moment, and I shared the whole thing with my mother and brother who are also lifelong fans/alumni. It really was the greatest sports moment of my life, too.
I can't thank Rich for enough for sharing this. I too was at Michigan in the mid 80's and he definitely speaks to my experience as well. His comments on the importance of our following our beloved team and the passage of time is spot on. I too remember being awestruck meeting Jim Harbaugh and Jumbo and many of the other players at the time. I am sure you don't remember me, but I remember meeting you as well Rich. Congratulations on your career and thank you for representing our university so well!
Worked at Michigan Daily. Probably we both ran into him a lot
Congrats Rich, I too got accepted into Michigan and I would’ve gone if not for the fact that it was out of state for me. Loved the campus, loved Ann Arbor.
Rich you've got me a little teary eyed brother. But they are good tears. Thinking of my first game at the Big House with my dad who's long since passed. All the way to meeting some players as a kid. Dad passed Michigan to me. I passed it to my son. My son is passing it to his son. His son, who turned 1 on New Years Day. Born in the year of a Michigan National Championship. That's a blessed Michigan baby. Go blue.
To Rich I would say I am really happy for you. This was a heart-felt, classy segment that captured what we as passionate sports fans experience. I'm not a Michigan Man. I'm a Texan who went to grad school in Columbus, Ohio, and fell in love with The Ohio State Buckeyes, as well as recognizing that college fan loyalty to them gave me an escape clause from the closer-to-home rivalries (Texas-Texas A&M as one example). Baseball is my favorite sport, and I have never experienced being a fan of the World Series champions in my 67 years. It is the investment in emotion, passion , and time, that makes us feel the roller-coaster ride of fandom so deeply. The losses hurt. And the big wins, especially winning championships, are exhilarating. Congratulations to the Michigan Wolverines and to Rich Eisen and Michigan supporters everywhere.
I was waiting for this when I heard Michigan won. Congrats, Rich!
i've been a fan because my dad went there back in the 50s. he played in the band. i can remember watching games with him when harbaurgh played there. glad to see them do it again.
I appreciate the fact that when you live abroad or in a different country you see someone with the Maize and Blue and you can say "Go Blue" and they respond the same. I don't think you are the only Michigan fan with tears at this moment. As a forty + something at this point, I was in tears as well living in Lima, Peru
Class of 1984 here and also almost in tears that Team 144 brought this championship home. GO BLUE!!
heard it live, but will listen again. It's so great! To be! A Michigan Wolverine! Go Blue! What a day, I am still ecstatic!
I'm happy for you, Rich. What a great moment. Go Blue!
Huge Ohio State fan here....Congrats Rich, and to the rest of Wolverine nation. You guys earned it, and were no doubt the better team, all year long. We will get you guys next year!!
I feel the exact same way. I remember being 12 and seeing my grandmother cry when we won it. As a Flint kid this was really something special for our state! Go Blue!
I feel your emotions brother! I was there the same time as Tom Brady. I suffered in the southeast region during RichRod and BradyHook. Jim's first 5yrs where hard also, and now my flag is flying with respect from my neighbors.