ESPN star fires off the announcer jinx in Michigan’s loss to Oklahoma
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Michigan Wolverines faced an unfortunate announcer jinx during their 24-13 loss to the Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday night.
ESPN commentators Chris Fowler and Kirk Herbstreit were providing coverage of the game when Michigan kicker Dominic Zvada attempted a field goal in the second quarter to narrow Oklahoma’s lead.
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Michigan place kicker Dominic Zvada (96) attempts a field goal against New Mexico during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, August 30, 2025. (Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
Fowler praised Zvada’s kicking abilities but unfortunately, the kick went wide left, adding to Michigan’s woes.
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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood, center right, hands off the ball to running back Justice Haynes (22) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Oklahoma, Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, in Norman, Oklahoma. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)
Michigan struggled throughout the game as Oklahoma maintained their lead and eventually secured the victory.
Quarterback John Mateer led the way for the Sooners with an impressive performance both in the air and on the ground. He was supported by wide receiver Deion Burks who had a standout game.
Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer (10) runs the ball against Michigan during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)
Michigan’s offense struggled to make a significant impact with freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood facing difficulties against the Oklahoma defense.
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Oklahoma improved to 2-0 for the season while Michigan’s record dropped to 1-1.
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