NCAA Says It Can’t Overturn Michigan’s Win over Western Michigan After MAC Appeals Outcome
The NCAA said its rules do not allow officials to overturn the 13-12 final, rejecting the MAC’s appeal after a disputed replay decision.
- On Tuesday, the MAC requested the NCAA and College Football Playoff recognize Western Michigan as the winner of Saturday's 13-12 game against Michigan, citing what it termed 'extraordinary' circumstances in the controversial finish.
- Saturday's 13-12 finish occurred after officials reviewed a play and restored one second to the clock, allowing Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood to connect with wide receiver JJ Buchanan for a game-winning touchdown.
- MAC Commissioner Jon Steinbrecher argued that 'established protocol' requiring use of the television program feed clock was ignored; if followed, the game would have ended 12-7 in favor of Western Michigan.
- The NCAA confirmed on Tuesday that the game result will stand, noting current rules do not provide a protocol for overturning the outcome of a game, leaving the Broncos with the loss.
- CFP executive director Rich Clark stated it is too early to determine how this disputed result will impact future rankings, with the first CFP rankings not scheduled for release until Nov. 3.
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