Michigan beats Western Michigan after controversial time addition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 4:07 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Michigan defeated Western Michigan 13-12 on Saturday night following a late-game sequence that drew significant criticism from fans. Trailing in the final moments, the Wolverines failed to convert on a Hail Mary pass as time appeared to expire. Officials subsequently added one second back to the game clock, allowing Bryce Underwood to complete a second touchdown pass to JJ Buchanan for the victory. Supporters of both programs expressed frustration regarding the officiating, with some Western Michigan fans and observers suggesting the Broncos were the rightful winners. Michigan fans also voiced concerns about the team's overall performance despite the narrow outcome. The Big Ten has provided an explanation for the officiating decision that restored time to the clock, though the ending continues to spark debate among those who followed the game.
- •Michigan defeated Western Michigan with a 13-12 score on Saturday night.
- •Officials restored one second to the clock after a failed Hail Mary attempt.
- •Bryce Underwood threw a touchdown pass to JJ Buchanan to secure the win.
- •Fans and observers questioned the officiating throughout the game's final drive.
- •The Big Ten released an explanation regarding the decision to add time to the clock.
- 4:07 PMYahoo Sports — Fans, armchair officials react to Michigan win, controversial call
"Fan reacted to the game's ending and controversial call that preceded it on social media.
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