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Michigan overcomes Western Michigan 13-12 on last-second touchdown pass

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 4:06 AM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Michigan overcomes Western Michigan 13-12 on last-second touchdown pass
Summary

Michigan secured a 13-12 win over Western Michigan at Michigan Stadium on September 5, 2026, following a successful Hail Mary pass as time expired. Quarterback Bryce Underwood connected with JJ Buchanan for the game-winning score after officials added one second back to the game clock. The result moved Michigan to 1-0 on the season despite an uneven offensive performance that included inconsistent quarterback play and a stagnant run game. Coach Kyle Whittingham and the Wolverines now prepare for a matchup against Oklahoma in Ann Arbor next week. The Sooners arrive following a 51-0 win over UTEP earlier in the week. Michigan’s offensive struggles against Western Michigan remain a concern heading into that game against a highly-rated defensive opponent.

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  • •Michigan defeated Western Michigan 13-12 on September 5, 2026.
  • •Bryce Underwood threw the game-winning touchdown to JJ Buchanan on the final play.
  • •Officials added one second to the clock before the decisive snap.
  • •Michigan hosts Oklahoma next weekend for its second game of the season.
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  • 4:06 AMCBS Sports — Hail Mary highlight can't gloss over glaring flaws for Bryce Underwood, Michigan
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Michigan needed a miraculous play to stave off what would have been the team's worst loss since the infamous 2007 upset by Appalachian State -- and No. 9 Oklahoma looms next on the schedule

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