JJ Buchanan records touchdown catch to secure win for Michigan

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JJ Buchanan records touchdown catch to secure win for Michigan
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Michigan wide receiver JJ Buchanan caught a 47-yard Hail Mary pass as time expired on Saturday night to secure a victory for the Wolverines. Buchanan finished the game with six receptions for 126 yards at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor. Following the game, the sophomore transfer credited his focus on the ball and team necessity for the successful final play. Despite the outcome, Buchanan noted that the team struggled to maintain control earlier, leading to a closer contest than intended. The Wolverines now prepare for a Week 2 matchup against Oklahoma at home.

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  • JJ Buchanan finished with 126 receiving yards on six catches.
  • The game-winning touchdown was a 47-yard pass with zero time remaining.
  • Michigan hosts Oklahoma in Week 2.
  • Buchanan is a sophomore transfer from Utah.
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Michigan wide receiver Buchanan reflects on his game winning Hail Mary catch that saved the Wolverines on Saturday.

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