Carlos Osorio/Associated Press In the wake of Michigan having to cancel Saturday’s game against Ohio State due to an increasing number of COVID-19 cases within the football program, Wolverines athletic director Warde Manuel hopes the Buckeyes don’t get punished for not meeting the Big Ten’s minimum-game threshold. Speaking to reporters Tuesday, Warde said he and the Big Ten are “open about conversation” that would allow Ohio State to play in the Big Ten Championship Game on Dec. 19. “We made a decision months ago, not knowing where this virus would take us. I don’t think anyone should be punished by decisions we made (months ago),” he added. This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.
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