Joel Klatt torches Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood
Key Points:
- Michigan Wolverines narrowly defeated Western Michigan Broncos 13-12 after a controversial ending involving a last-second Hail Mary touchdown pass by quarterback Bryce Underwood.
- Game officials overturned the initial clock expiration ruling, allowing Underwood a second chance to complete the game-winning touchdown, which was confirmed after video review.
- Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt criticized Underwood's performance, highlighting multiple mistakes and regression compared to his previous season, calling it "day 1 quarterback stuff."
- Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham emphasized that Underwood needs to improve significantly to maintain his starting position ahead of their upcoming game against the Oklahoma Sooners.
- The Wolverines' struggles against a MAC opponent and Underwood's play have raised concerns as they prepare for a highly scrutinized matchup against a strong Oklahoma team.