How much did Michigan football pay Western Michigan to scare living daylights out of it?
Michigan was nearly stunned in Week 1 by Western Michigan. Here's how much the Wolverines paid the Broncos for the game.
Michigan University recently hired Kyle Whittingham as its football coach, highlighting his successful track record at Utah. However, Whittingham's first game as Michigan's head coach resulted in a narrow 13-12 defeat against Western Michigan on September 5, 2023, at Michigan Stadium. The Wolverines, who entered the season with hopes of reaching the College Football Playoff, managed to avoid a significant setback in their inaugural season under new leadership.
Michigan paid Western Michigan $1.5 million for the game, a common practice in college football where power conferences' programs often compensate underdog opponents from Group of Six conferences or FCS. Despite the disparity in program size, Western Michigan made a significant impact, showcasing a strong performance in their MAC championship-winning season from the previous year and returning many key players.
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