Michigan Secures Controversial Win with Last-Second Hail Mary

Michigan's first game under coach Kyle Whittingham ended in a narrow 13-12 victory against Western Michigan, but the outcome has sparked significant controversy.

With the game seemingly over and the clock at zero, Bryce Underwood launched a 47-yard Hail Mary to JJ Buchanan, which allowed Michigan to avoid an upset as 27.5-point favorites. The controversy arose when officials reviewed a prior play and added an extra second to the clock, despite clear evidence that time had expired.

This decision has drawn criticism towards the NCAA and the Big Ten, as many observers, including NBC's rules analyst, questioned the rationale behind the clock adjustment. The incident has raised concerns about officiating standards in college football.