‘How Much Did Michigan Pay These Refs?’ — Fans Left Unimpressed With Officiating Crew During Wolverines vs Sooners Showdown in Week 2
Michigan and Oklahoma entered Week 2 expecting the attention to fall on Bryce Underwood and John Mateer. It did not take long for the officiating crew to join them under the microscope.
Fans expressed dissatisfaction with the officiating crew during the Michigan Wolverines vs. Oklahoma Sooners game in Week 2. The Wolverines led 10-0 against the No. 11 Sooners at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan, when the controversy began. Early calls extended Michigan's possessions, and some viewers believed officials mishandled a special teams sequence.
Fans accused the crew of favoring Michigan, with one commenter noting that the refs were "propping up Michigan." Another user blamed the SEC for having the worst referees in sports, claiming they "are walking Michigan down the field with crazy bogus calls." One particularly profane comment stated, "Michigan has once again paid the [expletive] refs.
Gonna be a long day I’m afraid." However, there is no evidence to support allegations of Michigan paying or influencing officials. The fan frustration stemmed from specific calls, not substantiated accusations of misconduct. The officiating crew made five penalties for 35 yards in the first half, while Oklahoma committed three penalties for 37 yards.
Despite the officiating complaints, Oklahoma struggled offensively, gaining only 115 total yards before halftime. Quarterback Bryce Underwood of Michigan delivered the game's biggest play with a 38-yard touchdown run and finished with 96 passing yards and 52 rushing yards.
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