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4 Important Things Michigan HC Kyle Whittingham Said Pre-Oklahoma — A Lot of Bryce Underwood

4 Important Things Michigan HC Kyle Whittingham Said Pre-Oklahoma — A Lot of Bryce Underwood

Michigan might be 1-0, but the Wolverines looked less than stellar in Kyle Whittingham's debut as Michigan's head coach. As everyone knows, it took a second to be placed back on the clock, as well as Bryce Underwood finding JJ Buchanan in the end zone, to beat Western Michigan, 13-12.

Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / September 7
Kyle Whittingham addresses QB Bryce Underwood's job security

Michigan HC Kyle Whittingham reveals stance on QB Bryce Underwood's job security

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood avoided disaster Saturday night by completing a last-second Hail Mary to take down Western Michigan. That doesn't change the fact that his outing was a disappointing one overall. 

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Bryce Underwood News / TWSN / September 7
Can Michigan Make the CFB Playoff With Bryce Underwood?

Can Michigan Make the CFB Playoff With Bryce Underwood?

In what should have been a blowout, Michigan barely scraped by MAC opponent Western Michigan in a 13-12 win. A big reason why was Bryce Underwood. I’m sure you’ve already seen the ending at this point, but it was one of the most bizarre and confusing situations I’ve ever seen.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 7
Michigan Football AP Poll Projection Following Wolverines' Upset Scare vs. WMU

Michigan Football AP Poll Projection Following Wolverines' Upset Scare vs. WMU

A win might be a win, but in college football, there are style points. Voters aren't going to think too highly of a Michigan team that needed a second placed back on the play clock in order to beat Western Michigan, a good program, but a team Michigan was expected to beat by four touchdowns.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 7
Michigan Wolverines Red Zone Report: Why Drives Succeeded and How Michigan Should Adjust in Week Two

Michigan Wolverines Red Zone Report: Why Drives Succeeded and How Michigan Should Adjust in Week Two

Michigan's offense managed just one trip into Western Michigan's red zone all game long, and that in it of itself is a huge red flag. Let's break down

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Michigan Has Clear QB Problem as Bryce Underwood Isn't The Guy

Michigan Has Clear QB Problem as Bryce Underwood Isn't The Guy

The Michigan Wolverines thought they had a star quarterback after landing Bryce Underwood. Underwood was a five-star recruit in the Class of 2025 and the No.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 6
Kyle Whittingham fuming after Michigan's controversial win

Kyle Whittingham fuming after Michigan's controversial win over Western Michigan

The Wolverines pulled off a dramatic 13-12 win over Western thanks to Bryce Underwood completing a Hail Mary to JJ Buchanan.

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Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 6
Report Card from Michigan Football's Week 1 Victory

Report Card from Michigan Football's Week 1 Victory

The grades are in, and as you can assume, they are not pretty. The Michigan Wolverines won their season opener against Western Michigan Saturday night.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 6
Western Michigan HC Lance Taylor takes high road after controversial loss to Michigan

Western Michigan HC Lance Taylor takes high road after controversial loss to Michigan

Many will argue the refs robbed the Western Michigan Broncos of an upset win over the Michigan Wolverines on the road on Saturday. Broncos fourth-year head coach Lance Taylor isn't feeding that narrative. 

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Western Michigan reveals whether they will appeal ending of Michigan game

Western Michigan reveals whether they will appeal ending of Michigan game

Many fans called for the Western Michigan Broncos to lodge some sort of appeal over the controversial ending of Saturday’s game against the Michigan Wolverines.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 6
Michigan Football PFF Grades, Snap Counts to Know Following Thrilling Win Over WMU

Michigan Football PFF Grades, Snap Counts to Know Following Thrilling Win Over WMU

Michigan took down Western Michigan on Saturday in the most thrilling, yet embarrassing way. The Wolverines, who were a four-touchdown favorite, needed one second put back on the clock in order to take down the Broncos, 13-12.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 7
Big Ten provides statement on controversial Michigan-Western Michigan ending, but it's insufficient

Big Ten provides statement on controversial Michigan-Western Michigan ending, but it's insufficient

The Big Ten released a statement following the Michigan Wolverines' controversial 13-12 home win over the Western Michigan Broncos on Saturday.

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Michigan Wolverines News / Big Ten Network / September 6
Michigan Wolverines News / Big Ten Network / September 6
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Connor Stalions Reacts To Michigan's Controversial Win

Connor Stalions Reacts To Michigan's Controversial Win

Infamous former Michigan Wolverines assistant coach Connor Stalions has weighed in on his former team’s controversial win over Western Michigan on Saturday night.

Michigan Wolverines News / Big Ten Network / September 5
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Slo-Mo Video Shows Ref Made Clear Mistake to End Michigan Game

Slo-Mo Video Shows Ref Made Clear Mistake to End Michigan Game

For one remarkable moment, it looked like Western Michigan took down Michigan at the Big House in what would have been the biggest upset in college football’s Week 1 games, by far.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 5
Michigan Survives Western Michigan on Controversial Hail Mary

Michigan Survives Western Michigan on Controversial Hail Mary

Michigan’s 2026 season opener turned into one of the wildest finishes of the college football season. The Wolverines escaped Western Michigan 13-12 Saturday night at the Big House, but the victory came with plenty of controversy.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 6
Michigan avoids upset on controversial Hail Mary that never should have happened

Michigan avoids upset on controversial Hail Mary that never should have happened

The first game of the Kyle Whittingham era at Michigan resulted in a win, but it's not one that anybody at the program should be feeling good about. It might also be the most controversial win that happens throughout the entirety of the 2026 college football season.

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Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / August 25
Michigan football won't like analyst's latest ranking

Michigan football won't like analyst's latest ranking

The Michigan Wolverines kick off their season on Sept. 5 against the Western Michigan Broncos, and it can't come soon enough.

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