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“Outrageous and Indefensible”: Skip Bayless Fumes as Michigan Secure Hail Mary Win Over Western Michigan

The Michigan Wolverines’ season opener against the Western Michigan Broncos ended in the most dramatic way possible. Western Michigan looked to have sealed a remarkable upset when Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood’s Hail Mary attempt landed out of bounds as time expired.

“Outrageous and Indefensible”: Skip Bayless Fumes as Michigan Secure Hail Mary Win Over Western Michigan

Michigan Wolverines secured a controversial victory over Western Michigan Broncos in their season opener. With time running out, Michigan's quarterback Bryce Underwood attempted a Hail Mary pass that landed out of bounds. However, officials awarded them an extra play, allowing Underwood to connect with wide receiver JJ Buchanan for a 47-yard touchdown.

Sports analyst Skip Bayless criticized the decision, calling it "outrageous and indefensible." Despite the controversy, Bayless expressed his satisfaction with the result, stating that he would prefer Michigan to face the Wolverines after a win rather than a loss. Michigan's Brent Venables and the Sooners, coached by Kyle Whittingham, are set to face off again on September 12.

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