NCAA says it can't overturn Michigan's win over Western Michigan after MAC appeals outcome
A football game was played between Michigan and Western Michigan. The Mid-American Conference has appealed the result of that game, arguing that Western Michigan should be recognized as the winner instead. The conference has asked both the NCAA and the College Football Playoff to accept this appeal and change the official outcome.
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