NCAA Admits Replay Errors, Reiterates It Cannot Change Result of Western Michigan-Michigan Game
The committee said Big Ten officials added one second incorrectly, and NCAA rules leave the 13-12 result final.
- On Wednesday, the NCAA released a statement acknowledging that replay protocols were not followed during Michigan's 13-12 victory over Western Michigan on September 5, confirming improper officiating directly impacted the game's outcome.
- MAC commissioner Jon A. Steinbrecher requested Western Michigan be recognized as the 'actual winner' after Big Ten officials incorrectly added one second to the clock, preventing the Broncos from defeating the Wolverines for the first time in program history.
- While the FBS Oversight Committee agreed the outcome would have been different had protocols been followed, it stated it 'does not have the authority' to overturn the result, creating an impossible situation.
- Despite the acknowledgment, the controversial loss remains a Michigan victory; officials noted that 'regardless of the mistake, the outcome from the game is final,' leaving the Broncos without recourse.
- Following the controversy, the NCAA issued new guidance to 'establish a standard timing protocol that ensures consistency in the administration of all college football games' across all institutions and sites.
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