College Football Rankings: Where Michigan Landed After Its Week 1 Hail Mary Win

The college football season is off to a thrilling start, but one team that has left fans scratching their heads is the Michigan Wolverines. Despite being expected to dominate, the Big House was rocked by a stunning upset against Oklahoma in Week 1.

After all, Michigan's Week 1 victory was marred by several phantom seconds on the clock, leading some to question whether the team should have won or lost. The Sooners' defense, which has been touted as one of the best in the country, simply didn't allow the Wolverines to get a chance to capitalize on those extra seconds.

In fact, Michigan's own quarterback, Kyle Whittingham, had a remarkable Week 1 outing, throwing for two touchdowns and leading his team to victory against Western Michigan. But despite this impressive start, the Wolverines ultimately fell short.

So what went right for the Wolverines in their win? Here are some key takeaways:

- Quarterback play: Kyle Whittingham was nearly flawless in Week 1, with two touchdowns and no turnovers. - Defensive performance: The Michigan defense held the Sooners to just 17 points, including six penalties for 130 yards. - Special teams: A phantom second on the clock seemed to throw off Oklahoma's momentum, allowing Michigan to seize control of the game.

Meanwhile, some other storylines that are worth keeping an eye on include:

* The Utah offense, which put up 633 yards and only allowed 225 against Idaho in Week 1. This could be a powerful force this season. * SMU's surprising 1-0 start to ACC competition, led by quarterback Demond Williams Jr., who threw for two touchdowns and had three interceptions in a loss to Washington State.

As we head into the rest of the college football season, it will be interesting to see how these teams match up against each other. For now, Michigan's Week 1 win may have been more than just a fluke – it could be a turning point for the Big House this season.