Michigan beats Oklahoma 17-10 after dramatic season-opening win over Western Michigan

Michigan beats Oklahoma 17-10 after dramatic season-opening win over Western Michigan

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The Wolverines defeated No.  11 Oklahoma 17-10 at Michigan Stadium on September 13, improving to 2-0. The victory featured a strong defensive showing and special-teams play, maizenbrew. com noted. Quarterback Bryce Underwood added a 38-yard rushing touchdown, according to the Detroit Free Press.

Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables praised Underwood’s performance, Maize n Brew reported. Earlier in the season, Michigan rallied from a 12-7 deficit to beat Western Michigan 13-12 on September 5 with a 47-yard Hail Mary pass from Underwood to JJ Buchanon, a play reinstated after a controversial replay, per AP News. Coach Kyle Whittingham said he will keep Underwood as the starter, ESPN reported. Texas coach Steve Sarkisian expressed surprise at Michigan fans storming the field after the win, Bleacher Report noted. Underwood later downplayed comments about his starting role, Fox News quoted.

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September 13, 2026
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Michigan defeats Oklahoma 17-10 as defense shines and quarterback improves
Michigan defeats Oklahoma 17-10 as defense shines and quarterback improves

Maize n Brew • 13 Sep 14:00

Michigan beat No. 11 Oklahoma 17-10, posting strong defensive grades and a notable performance by quarterback Bryce Underwood, who earned a 72 overall PFF grade.

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Oklahoma coach Venables lauds Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood after upset win
Oklahoma coach Venables lauds Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood after upset win

Maize n Brew • 13 Sep 00:54

Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables praised Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood’s performance following the Sooners’ 17-10 loss to Michigan.

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September 12, 2026
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Michigan defeats Oklahoma 17-10 to improve to 2-0
Michigan defeats Oklahoma 17-10 to improve to 2-0

Detroit Free Press • 12 Sep 21:24

Quarterback Bryce Underwood led Michigan with a 38-yard rushing touchdown as the Wolverines upset No. 10 Oklahoma, moving to 2-0 on the season.

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Michigan defeats Oklahoma 17-10 as defense and special teams excel
Michigan defeats Oklahoma 17-10 as defense and special teams excel

maizenbrew.com • 12 Sep 21:15

Michigan's 17-10 win over No. 11 Oklahoma highlighted strong performances by edge rusher John Henry Daley, quarterback Bryce Underwood and punter Cam Brown, among others.

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Michigan defeats Oklahoma 17-10 in week two matchup
Michigan defeats Oklahoma 17-10 in week two matchup

The Oklahoman • 12 Sep 19:46

The Wolverines held off the Sooners to earn a 17-10 victory at Michigan Stadium, handing Oklahoma its first loss of the season.

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September 10, 2026
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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood comments on coach's remarks about starting role
Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood comments on coach's remarks about starting role

Fox News • 10 Sep 01:25

Michigan QB Bryce Underwood downplayed coach Kyle Whittingham's comments that his starting position is not guaranteed after a shaky Week 1 performance.

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September 07, 2026
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Texas coach comments on Michigan fans storming field after win over Western Michigan
Texas coach comments on Michigan fans storming field after win over Western Michigan

Bleacher Report • 07 Sep 18:24

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian said he was surprised by Michigan fans rushing the field after the Wolverines secured a last-second victory over Western Michigan.

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Michigan to Keep Bryce Underwood as Starting Quarterback Despite Opening Loss
Michigan to Keep Bryce Underwood as Starting Quarterback Despite Opening Loss

ESPN • 07 Sep 14:54

Coach Kyle Whittingham said Michigan will continue to start Bryce Underwood at quarterback, acknowledging the need for improvement after a narrow win over Western Michigan.

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September 06, 2026
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Michigan wins 13-12 after controversial replay and last-second Hail Mary
Michigan wins 13-12 after controversial replay and last-second Hail Mary

AP News • 06 Sep 05:18

Michigan defeated Western Michigan 13-12 after officials reinstated a final play, allowing quarterback Bryce Underwood to complete a 47-yard touchdown pass.

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Michigan defeats Western Michigan 13-12 on final-second Hail Mary
Michigan defeats Western Michigan 13-12 on final-second Hail Mary

Detroit Free Press • 06 Sep 03:48

Michigan rallied in the closing seconds of its season opener, converting a one-second play into a 47-yard touchdown pass to beat Western Michigan 13-12.

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Michigan defeats Western Michigan 13-12 on last-second Hail Mary
Michigan defeats Western Michigan 13-12 on last-second Hail Mary

Detroit Free Press • 06 Sep 03:34

Michigan rallied from a 12-7 deficit with one second left after a replay added time, as quarterback Bryce Underwood connected with JJ Buchanon for the winning touchdown.

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Michigan scores last-second Hail Mary to defeat Western Michigan after clock adjustment
Michigan scores last-second Hail Mary to defeat Western Michigan after clock adjustment

USA Today • 06 Sep 03:27

A timing review added one second to the game clock, allowing Michigan to attempt a final play that resulted in a 41-yard touchdown and a 13-12 win over Western Michigan.

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