Jaishawn Barham and referee (Photo via FOX)

Michigan linebacker Jaishawn Barham was allowed to remain on the field despite headbutting a referee during Saturday’s clash vs. Ohio State, a fixture predicted to be played in terrible weather.

The Wolverines drew first blood on the day, going ahead 6-0 with two field goals before the Buckeyes began turning it up with their first meaningful drive.

Barham was not pleased after a particular play near the goal line and got into a heated discussion with one of the referees, who he appeared to headbutt softly.

“Almost headbutted the ref 😳,” broadcasters FOX noted as they shared the footage on X.

Fans didn’t buy the “almost” part…

“Almost” the refs face is smushed in,” one wrote.

“Almost?” a second asked.

“Wym almost? Got him in 4K doing that,” wrote a third.

Jaishawn Barham Somehow Spared Ejection

Michigan linebacker Jaishawn Barham (1) warms up at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.
The linebacker was issued an unsportsmanlike conduct call but was not ejected.

Any player making such contact with an official should be ejected. Still, the ref decided that getting a helmet pressed up against his nose did not warrant a sending off, leaving color commentator Joel Klatt perturbed.

The 11-0 Ohio State has since gone ahead 10-6 as they remain keen on defending their national title in a game that would mark a significant win on their calendar.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.