Week 1 Gets Its Signature Moment when No. 16 Michigan Beats Western Michigan on Disputed Finish
- On Saturday, the Michigan Wolverines defeated the Western Michigan Broncos 13-12 after officials added one second to the clock, allowing quarterback Bryce Underwood to complete a game-winning Hail Mary pass.
- Despite being favored by 27.5 points, the Wolverines struggled against Western Michigan; the narrow victory prompted fans to storm the field, surprising many observers given the opponent's Group of 5 status.
- Western Michigan president Russ Kavalhuna confirmed Sunday that the university explored an appeal regarding the controversial officiating decision, but stated there is no mechanism for the school to challenge the result.
- Following the game, Head Coach Steve Sarkisian expressed confusion Monday regarding the officiating ruling, noting he was "shocked" that fans stormed the field after the narrow victory.
- Refusing to "make excuses" for the narrow defeat, Coach Lance Taylor is focused on team improvement, while Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham is addressing performance concerns regarding Underwood.
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