The athletic directors from the Big Ten recently had a virtual meeting with commissioner Tony Petitti to address the issue of Michigan’s alleged sign-stealing operation. This meeting had a distinct tone in comparison to the previous one, suggesting that Petitti is now taking these allegations more seriously. Although no specific punishments were deliberated upon, Petitti acknowledged that he has been in contact with the NCAA regarding their ongoing investigation. He highlighted the significance of having concrete evidence before making any decisions concerning Michigan for the remainder of the season. The NCAA had informed the Big Ten about these allegations to safeguard the integrity of the games. Petitti noted that he needs to confer with the presidents of the Big Ten, engage in further discussions with Michigan officials, and possibly hold another conversation with the NCAA. The athletic directors urged the conference to take appropriate action, particularly Michigan State’s athletic director, who expressed concern over potential player injuries resulting from the alleged sign-stealing. The athletic directors made it abundantly clear that they fully support Petitti and will provide him with guidance throughout this process. The coaches exhibited more emotional reactions during their call, while the athletic directors adopted a more measured approach.