Michigan State's offensive lineman Robert Wright Jr. delivered a memorable, albeit unsavory, performance during a crucial two-point conversion in the Spartans' 30-20 victory over Toledo. The play, which occurred in the fourth quarter of head coach Pat Fitzgerald's debut, saw Wright successfully block a defender while simultaneously experiencing severe nausea.
Game Details
The Spartans, trailing by a single point, took the lead when quarterback Alessio Milivojevic connected with Rodney Bullard Jr. for a five-yard touchdown. Following the score, Michigan State opted to go for a two-point conversion to extend their lead. It was during this attempt that offensive coordinator Nick Sheridan called for a trick play that, quite literally, involved an unexpected bodily expulsion.
Wright, the right tackle on the play, managed to pick up a stunting interior lineman and pass off the edge rusher, ensuring his quarterback remained protected. This effective blocking, despite Wright's visible discomfort and subsequent vomiting, helped secure the successful two-point conversion. The play ultimately contributed to Fitzgerald's first win as the head coach of Michigan State. The team kicked off the 2026 season with a win under their new coach, who was previously the head coach at Northwestern University for 17 seasons.
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