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Michigan beats Western Michigan 13-12 after disputed final second restoration

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Michigan beats Western Michigan 13-12 after disputed final second restoration

Summary

Michigan defeated Western Michigan 13-12 on Saturday at the Big House following a controversial officiating decision. Western Michigan held a 12-7 lead in the final minute until a late Michigan drive concluded with an incomplete pass as the clock reached 0:00. Officials reviewed the play and determined one second remained, allowing Michigan one final attempt. Quarterback Bryce Underwood completed a touchdown pass to JJ Buchanan on the ensuing play to finalize the score. NBC rules analyst Terry McAuley questioned the decision, stating that the game clock and broadcast sync showed the ball was still in the air when time expired. The Big Ten has not provided a formal explanation for the adjustment.

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By the Numbers

•Michigan defeated Western Michigan 13-12 after a touchdown pass as time expired.
•Officials added one second to the clock following a video review of an incomplete pass.
•NBC rules analyst Terry McAuley stated the ball appeared to be in the air at 0:00.
•Western Michigan led the game 12-7 following a field goal with 35 seconds remaining.

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3:26 AMYahoo Sports — NBC rules analyst Terry McAuley as confused as everyone over why Michigan got extra second in controversial win over WMU

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The Western Michigan Broncos had done it. And then, they hadn’t. And then, the most magical night in WMU football history simply wasn’t. Western Michigan went into the Big House on Saturday and pushed the mighty Michigan Wolverines around all night, holding them to a touchdown for almost the entirety of regulation. Along the way,…
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