Michigan receiver Roman Wilson touched a nerve by saying Ohio State “acts hard” and is “not tough” following the Wolverines’ 30–24 win over the Buckeyes on Saturday.
Naturally, such remarks might draw a response from Ohio State players despite the loss. However, it appears that a Buckeyes assistant coach took issue with Wilson and posted an insulting reply on social media.
Tim Walton, a secondary coach for Ohio State, allegedly posted a comment to an Instagram Live clip of Wilson’s postgame remarks that insulted the Michigan star’s intelligence and toughness.
“Dude u sound stupid !” said the comment attributed to Walton. “U were not tough ! OBTW we took the ball from you on the INT and refs gave you a lucky call.”
OSU’s cornerbacks coach had himself an evening last night talking to Roman Wilson @CoachTimWalton pic.twitter.com/DcHzQSVqeP
— Tanner Wooten (@tannerwutang) November 26, 2023
Walton was referring to a touchdown catch by Wilson in the second quarter that was reviewed to determine whether or not the receiver had control of the ball as he fell to the ground. Additionally, Ohio State defensive back Denzel Burke ripped the ball away from Wilson as they wrestled for the catch.
Was this a TD catch for Michigan or nah? pic.twitter.com/cBzycDrlQa
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) November 25, 2023
Fox analyst Joel Klatt questioned whether Wilson made a catch, drawing criticism from viewers. However, the officials eventually ruled that Wilson did indeed have control as he crossed the goal line, giving Michigan its second touchdown of the game.
Even if Ohio State thought the touchdown was questionable and the players were enraged by Wilson’s provocative postgame comments, a coach calling an opposing player “stupid” is a terrible, unprofessional look for someone expected to be a teacher and leader.
Questioning the authenticity of Walton’s comment is valid. But Tanner Wooten, who screen-capped the remark, followed up with a post that appeared to show that it could be traced back to Walton’s Instagram account.
To anyone saying this is fake: pic.twitter.com/R5xbNnFS2x
— Tanner Wooten (@tannerwutang) November 26, 2023
