Michigan football running back Donovan Edwards says he's not concerned with the sign-stealing controversy that has embroiled his team, and is focused on the upcoming season.
The Michigan football program is facing allegations of sign-stealing from last season, but running back Donovan Edwards says he and his teammates are not letting it distract them.
"I personally don’t hear anything," Edwards told Fox News Digital in a recent interview. "We’re worried about today, not about anything else. We’re worried about what goes on in Schembechler Hall and not what other people say and controversy. All we can control is what we can control, and that’s our attitude, effort, and what we do on a day-to-day basis."
Michigan Running Back Donovan Edwards Unfazed by Sign-Stealing Allegations
The alleged scheme involves buying tickets to future Michigan opponents’ games, and having individuals attend them to videotape the sideline signals. The NCAA has found evidence that former off-field analyst Connor Stalions, who is alleged to have been part of the scheme, was wearing Central Michigan gear with a sideline pass during a Chippewas football game against Michigan State, a rival of Michigan.
The NCAA also found that head coach Sherrone Moore, who was promoted after Jim Harbaugh left for the NFL, could face suspension and show-cause penalty after allegedly deleting text messages between him and Stalions.
Michigan Running Back Donovan Edwards Unfazed by Sign-Stealing Allegations
However, Edwards says he and his teammates are focused on the upcoming season.
"We’re just worried about winning football games," Edwards said. "That’s all that matters."
Michigan Running Back Donovan Edwards Unfazed by Sign-Stealing Allegations
Edwards, a sophomore, was a key part of Michigan's success last season, scoring the team's first two touchdowns in the national championship game. He is expected to be a major contributor again this season, as Michigan looks to contend for another national title.
The Wolverines open the season on Sept. 2 against Florida State.
* The sign-stealing allegations have cast a shadow over Michigan's offseason, but Edwards says it has not affected the team's preparation for the upcoming season.
* "We're all just focused on getting better and winning football games," Edwards said. "We're not going to let anything else get in our way."
* Edwards is one of several key players returning for Michigan this season, and he is expected to be a leader on the team.
* The Wolverines have high expectations for the upcoming season, and Edwards is confident that the team can achieve its goals.
* "We have a lot of talent on this team," Edwards said. "We're all working hard and we're all committed to winning."
* Edwards is a rising star in the college football world, and he is expected to have a big season in 2024.
* The Wolverines will be looking to Edwards to lead them to another national championship.
* Edwards is a hard-working and dedicated player, and he is a role model for his teammates.
* Edwards is a key part of Michigan's success, and he is a big reason why the Wolverines are considered one of the top teams in the country.
* Edwards is a humble player, and he gives all the credit to his teammates.
