Michigan Beats Penn State Without Jim Harbaugh While Legal Battle Ramps Up

When the Big Ten suspended Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh over alleged sign-stealing violations late Friday afternoon, the school rushed to court with an urgent message: It needs Harbaugh to finish off a dream season.

But the Wolverines, ranked No. 3 in the College Football Playoff rankings, were forced to play their marquee game against No. 9 Penn State without their boss when a judge didn’t issue a ruling in the hours before the game. And it was no Harbaugh, no problem: Michigan prevailed 24-15 for its best win of the season with offensive coordinator Sherrone Moore filling in as acting head coach.