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Hour 1: Was Western Michigan Robbed?
Briefed in the Sports Talk edition of Tuesday, 08 September 2026
What was discussed
Michigan-WM clock controversy ruling3:28
- Big Ten Conferenceclip
Video review determined the receiver made contact with the ball with one second remaining on the clock.
- Lance Taylorclip
I looked up at the clock; it was past zeros before we touched it.
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
Hell yes, Western Michigan was robbed; the outcome is rigged and Michigan lost this damn game.
- Dan Orlovskyassertion
On the broadcast angle, the ball doesn't touch the player before the clock hits zero, so the only evidence is the Big Ten's unsynced split-screen.
Western Michigan's financial incentive and postgame composure15:33
- Paul Finebaumassertion
Western Michigan was paid about $1.5 million, and they likely agreed not to criticize Michigan afterward; Lance Taylor's postgame composure was a masterclass and he'll be a Power Four hire this offseason.
- Stephen A. Smithassertion
The $1.5 million payout explains why Western Michigan didn't raise holy hell after the game.
Michigan's playoff prospects and offensive struggles4:51
- Stephen A. Smithassertion
Michigan's offense was putrid, they were a 27.5-point favorite, and the playoff committee will view this as a loss, ending championship aspirations.
- Dan Orlovskyopinion
This is a scar on a scandal-plagued program trying to resurrect its image under Kyle Whittingham, and a 10-2 record built on a bogus win would be a crying shame.
- Paul Finebaumopinion
If Michigan makes the CFP at 10-2 after being gifted this game, it will be a crying shame if another team gets left out.
LSU's blowout win over Clemson17:12
- Lane Kiffinclip
I wasn't worried about the noise; my job is what I believe is right for those kids.
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
Clemson got beat like they stole something; it was an annihilation and a next-level ass whipping.
- Dan Orlovskyassertion
LSU's defense looks like the best unit in college football, and quarterback Sam Leavitt looked electrifying, making this more about LSU than Clemson.
- Paul Finebaumopinion
LSU looks like a legitimate national championship team, and Lane Kiffin is an elite coach and program builder who knew his team would dominate.
Clemson's decline and Dabo Swinney's future28:07
- Dan Orlovskyopinion
Dabo Swinney is not an elite coach anymore, his dynasty ended years ago, and he needs to find another place to be happy.
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
This loss should make Dabo Swinney realize he needs to catch up and make adjustments, but programs shouldn't dismiss his career accomplishments.
Trinidad Chambliss's performance and Ole Miss title hopes35:07
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
Trinidad Chambliss is special, a Heisman Trophy candidate, and the real deal who answers the call in clutch moments.
- Dan Orlovskyassertion
Chambliss has elite anticipation and pure throwing ability, but Ole Miss's defense isn't good enough yet to beat LSU or Georgia.
- Paul Finebaumassertion
Ole Miss can't win a title with that defense, but Chambliss keeps them in every game and gives them a chance to beat anybody.
Oregon's narrow win over Boise State44:20
- Paul Finebaumopinion
It was a bad game, but Dante Moore came through in the clutch, so there's no concern.
- Dan Orlovskyassertion
Dante Moore looked phenomenal and explosive, validating his decision to return to school; it was a bad game but a good win.
- Stephen A. Smithassertion
Oregon was sloppy with ten penalties, poor third-down conversion, and a slow start, which will cost them in big games.
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