Columbus, Ohio - The Michigan Wolverines' sign-stealing controversy has been a major point of discussion in college football for the last week, and the conversation intensified with the release of troubling new footage.

The recent sign-stealing controversy involving the Michigan Wolverines has dominated conversations in college football over the past week.

Opinions vary among fans as to the appropriate course of administrative action against the alleged cheating. Some fans are advocating for the school to face independent punishment, either from the Big Ten or the NCAA.

Meanwhile, there are fans who believe that the sign-stealing may not have provided a significant competitive advantage over other teams, and they view the issue as less serious than some have portrayed it.

The initial development in the case involves staff member Connor Stalions, who was suspended by Michigan last week. As of now, he stands as the sole individual connected to the investigation who has faced any form of disciplinary action.

But now, however, a new video has surfaced on the internet that has college football fans far and wide suspicious.

The clip shows Stalions on the field during the 2023 Michigan-Ohio State rivalry game, standing alongside the Wolverines' defensive coordinator having an unusual pre-snap interaction.

In the video, Stalions and the others appear to look towards the Ohio State sideline and then gesture to the sky during the play call. After the Buckeyes make their play, it appears that Stalions and the other coaches respond with a similar gesture.

If any signs were indeed stolen during this specific play, it appears that those efforts were unsuccessful, as quarterback CJ Stroud still managed to connect with Emeka Egbuka for a short touchdown.

Still, college football fans from all over weren't too fond of the clip and didn't hold back from sharing their thoughts.

"I'm going to say it - Jesse Minter should be immediately and indefinitely suspended. All coaches who had knowledge should then be fired for cause," one fan tweeted. "The moment Michigan crossed into electronic recording of signals they crossed that line," they added.

"This, unfortunately, makes me think the Michigan players knew about this too. They specifically watched Stalions look across the field, then immediately mimic the adjustment signal he gives to the Michigan defense," another said.

"This is the first snap of the game. Explain to me how they already [know] the signals before the first snap?" one fan questioned.

The Michigan-Ohio State rivalry is already considered to be one of the most intense in sports. With Michigan's cheating scandal under ongoing investigation, one wonders what will happen when the two teams face off again later this year!