How Controversial Extra Second Saves Michigan’s Season, Halts Western Michigan Upset
The game was over. At least, that’s what it looked like. It looked like Western Michigan had pulled off an absolute stunner, a 12-7 upset victory over the Michigan Wolverines at the Big House. The referees, though, went to video review. They were looking at the last play. They thought there might still be time […] The post How Controversial Extra Second Saves Michigan’s Season, Halts Western…
The Michigan Wolverines narrowly avoided a massive upset with a last-second Hail Mary touchdown against Western Michigan on September 5, 2026, at Michigan Stadium. The game appeared to end when Western Michigan blocked a throw by Michigan's Bryce Underwood, but the officials consulted video review. With the clock stopping at 0:01, Michigan scored a miraculous touchdown, winning 13-12 and staving off one of the greatest upsets in college football history. The controversial extra second sparked mixed reactions from analysts and fans alike.
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