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MAC to appeal controversial Western Michigan loss, says replay error gave UM extra second

MAC appeals Western Michigan loss citing replay error

By · Published September 10, 2026  21:39 UTC · Updated September 11, 2026  02:27 UTC

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The MAC filed an appeal asking the NCAA to recognize Western Michigan as the winner after it said Big Ten replay officials had erred by adding a second for Michigan’s Hail Mary. In response, the NCAA instituted a “standard timing protocol,” while players and coaches moved on and Michigan dropped out of the AP Top 25.

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The MAC has filed an appeal with the NCAA, claiming that a replay official's decision to add one second back to the clock gave Michigan an unfair advantage in their game against Western Michigan. The MAC's appeal comes after the conference was initially forced to accept the outcome of the game, which saw Michigan win on a Hail Mary touchdown.

The appeal is now in the hands of the NCAA, which will review the matter and make a decision. The outcome of the appeal could have significant implications for the MAC and the NCAA.

If the appeal is successful, it could lead to a re-examination of the game's outcome and potentially alter the standings in the conference.

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What led to the MAC's appeal?

A replay official's decision to add one second back to the clock, giving Michigan an unfair advantage in their game against Western Michigan.

What is the current status of the appeal?

The appeal is now in the hands of the NCAA, which will review the matter and make a decision.

What are the potential implications of the appeal?

If the appeal is successful, it could lead to a re-examination of the game's outcome and potentially alter the standings in the conference.

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