Eastern Michigan football player sparks mass fight after SUCKER PUNCHING rival from South Alabama following 59-10 defeat in the 68 Ventures Bowl

A massive brawl broke out at the end of the 68 Ventures Bowl on Saturday after an Eastern Michigan player threw a weak punch at his South Alabama opponent as he celebrated the victory.

Playing on home soil at Hancock Whitney Stadium, South Alabama crushed the visitors 59-10. The Jaguars (7-6) led 38-3 at halftime and picked up their first bowl win on the fourth try.

But the winning team’s celebrations were cut short when one of its players was attacked from behind.

South Alamaba players and staff stood facing the marching band in the stands and sang the school anthem. when Eastern Michigan’s Corey Hernandez rushed across the field and struck South Alabama’s Jamarrien Burt in the back of the head.

The fight broke out after the 68 Ventures Bowl between Eastern Michigan and South Alabama.

The Eastern Michigan player (circled) appears to have hit an opponent in the back of the head.

Punches were thrown as players from both teams became involved in violence in Alabama.

The attacker was immediately captured, and a fight soon broke out involving players from both teams.

Some staff members tried to put an end to the violence as punches were thrown and South Alabama players charged at rival Eastern Michigan, who was lying on the floor.

Fracas continued to flare up even after tensions seemed to have begun to cool. Toward the end of the video, which appeared on social media, one South Alabama player tackled an opponent to the floor.

In accordance with reportsthe violence occurred after tempers flared during play, and at least one major altercation will occur on the South Alabama sideline.

Footage that appeared on social media showed a brawl after the game ended.

Burt’s older brother, defensive back Brian Dillard, was said to be among those who rushed to his defense before both teams were sent to their respective locker rooms.

Afterward, Eastern Michigan coach Chris Creighton said, “We had a really good, long talk in the locker room after that.

“We want to always be top-notch, no matter the circumstances, no matter what the scoreboard is, no matter what other factors, no matter the people, no matter what is involved. And anything that isn’t top-notch isn’t up to the standards of Eastern Michigan football.

“I think our guys really care about doing well. I’m sure we were embarrassed by the way we played and it probably didn’t take too long to get our guys to a place we hope they never get to.”

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