Michigan defeats Western Michigan 13-12 following controversial officiating review

Michigan secured a 13-12 win over Western Michigan on Saturday night in Ann Arbor after an officiating review overturned the final result. Western Michigan held a 12-7 lead with under one minute remaining when a desperation pass from Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood appeared to fall incomplete. Officials stopped play to review the final moments and determined a defender touched the ball beyond the end zone with one second left. This ruling granted Michigan a final opportunity, which resulted in a 47-yard touchdown pass from Underwood to JJ Buchanan. The outcome triggered criticism from Barstool Sports college football analyst Brandon Walker, who publicly attacked Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy for celebrating the victory. Walker labeled the officiating and the subsequent celebration as embarrassing for the sport, suggesting that the game officials involved should not work in college football again.

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