“The guy is a delusional lunatic”: Connor Stalions claims in Untold: Sign Stealer documentary sparked debate among fans

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Poster and clip from Untold Sign Stealer
Poster from Untold: Sign Stealer (Image via Netflix)

The Untold: Sign Stealer documentary, released on August 27, 2024, has captured the attention of many, especially the football community. It draws attention to the dubious narrative of Michigan Wolverines superfan turned-coach Connor Stalions.

Inspired by great Michigan coach Bo Schembechler, Stalions was resolved from early on to coach his cherished team. But when rumors of sign-stealing surfaced, his dream veered sharply. These assertions soon put the success of the Michigan Wolverines under examination.

Stalions talks about the effects the controversy has had on his life in Untold: Sign Stealer, claiming his name and Michigan's reputation were dragged through the muck. The debate online grew more heated as supporters responded to Stalions' participation in the scandal, particularly following his appearance on a competitor team's sidelines.

"The guy is a delusional lunatic," commented a Reddit user who watched the documentary.

The discourse surrounding the documentary has divided fans, as some see Stalions as a victim of circumstance, while others believe he has knowingly engaged in unethical practices.

Untold: Sign Stealer has sparked numerous reactions, particularly on platforms like Reddit.

One user questioned,

"Did he get paid by Netflix?

Another viewer commented,

I thought this was normal behavior. Do other people not experience this? How weird."

Another mentioned their initial intrigue about the documentary, saying,

"I was intrigued when I heard they were doing a documentary on it, but immediately lost interest when they said Stalions would be interviewed."

Stalions' father comparing him to Rain Man also drew reactions, with one user commenting,

"His dad compared Connor to Rainman. That’s goddamn hilarious."

The documentary's credibility was also a point of contention, as one fan stated,

"Confirmation, after confirmation, after confirmation, and yet, these brain-dead Michigan fans still try to act like 1. it didn’t happen at all, 2. Everyone does it."

Further fueling the debate, another user shared,

"He actually admitted to the crew off camera that he was on the sidelines after they assured him the confession wouldn’t be in the final cut (per Brohio)."

There were also rumors about Stalions' personal life, with one user claiming,

"I heard that dude was actually a lot lizard during the time he slept in his car while Airbnbing his house."

Another comment highlighted:

"He apparently tried to deny that he was at the CMU game (or couldn't recall) but then Dave Portnoy (being the d*mb*ss bl*whard that he is) outed him for being there anyways lmao."


Plot overview and cast of Untold: Sign Stealer

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Untold: Sign Stealer centers Connor Stalions and his journey—from a passionate Michigan Wolverines fan to a coach buried in controversy. The sports documentary looks at his early years and shows how his love for the Wolverines shaped his career aspirations.

Originally developed during his time at the Naval Academy, Stalions' signal decoding ability finally landed him on the University of Michigan's coaching staff. The documentary examines the claims of sign theft stemming from Stalions' attempts to give his squad an advantage, leading to an NCAA investigation clouding Michigan's most recent performance.

The cast of Untold: Sign Stealer includes Connor Stalions himself, who provides insight into his side of the story. His father, Brock Stalions, also appears, offering a glimpse into Connor's upbringing and dedication to the sport.

Directed by Micah Brown, who aims to present a balanced view of the controversy, the film features interviews with other key figures - like Brad Beckworth, Connor's attorney, and Nicole Auerbach, sports reporter - providing context to the scandal that has left the college football world divided.

Untold Sign Stealer has caused great controversy among supporters since many doubt Connor Stalions' ethics and motives. The documentary clarifies a difficult narrative in which the boundaries between right and wrong are blurred. While some viewers think Stalions was just taking advantage of a loophole, others view his behavior as blatantly rule-breaking.


It is still unclear how the documentary will affect public opinion, as the debate around it keeps developing. Untold: Sign Stealer has unquestionably made an impact on the football community, whether seen as a cautionary tale or a misinterpreted narrative.

Interested viewers can watch the documentary on Netflix.

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Edited by Janhavi Chauhan
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