Former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer returned to Ann Arbor with the rest of Fox’s Big Noon Kickoff crew ahead of Saturday’s game between Michigan and Maryland. Though his relationship with the “that team up North” has been rocky over the years, Meyer opted to switch up his usual tune and compliment the Wolverines’ fanbase.
“It’s great to be here and great to be with you. And you know what? In all seriousness, this is one of the great fanbases in college football,” Meyer said Saturday of Michigan’s fans. “[They’re] part of one of the great rivalries in college football. Much respect.”
The gracious message from Meyer came as a shock to many who have seen him trade barbs with Wolverines fans in the past. Among those who was surprised to see his comments on Saturday was former Ohio State star Michael Thomas.
