Michigan defeats Western Michigan after disputed clock ruling in Ann Arbor

Michigan secured a 13-12 victory against Western Michigan at Michigan Stadium on September 5, 2026. The game concluded after a 47-yard touchdown pass from JJ Buchanan as time expired. Earlier, the Wolverines appeared to have run out of time when Bryce Underwood threw an incomplete pass on a play that registered 0:00 on the broadcast clock. Big Ten replay officials intervened, ruling that one second remained on the clock, which allowed for the final decisive play. The conference released evidence suggesting that a discrepancy existed between the broadcast clock and the official replay system. Both Western Michigan and Michigan programs now face questions regarding the synchronization of timing equipment during the season opener.

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