Michigan Wolverines fend off shocking upset bid from Western Michigan in early season thriller
Michigan football nearly relived its Appalachian State nightmare as Western Michigan led 12-7 before Bryce Underwood's 46-yard Hail Mary saved the day.
TL;DR
- Michigan, a 27.5-point favorite, narrowly defeated Western Michigan 13-12 in their season opener.
- Western Michigan held a 9-7 lead in the fourth quarter after a defensive struggle.
- A late fumble by Michigan's Bryce Underwood extended Western Michigan's lead to 12-7.
- A controversial review gave Michigan one second back on the clock.
- Bryce Underwood threw a 46-yard Hail Mary touchdown pass as time expired for the win.
- Underwood accounted for Michigan's only touchdown and 170 passing yards, plus 46 rushing yards.