Heartbreak and Heart, Not Hype | Grand Rapids News

Western Michigan’s football team suffered a heartbreakingly close loss to No. 16 Michigan, falling just short on the final play after officials added an extra second — allowing Michigan to complete a 47-yard Hail Mary for the win. Despite the crushing ending, Coach Lance Taylor praised his team’s grit and resilience, emphasizing that their performance proved they can compete with elite programs on national TV. He urged his players to focus on growth, not regret, and to take pride in earning newfound respect from fans and analysts alike — this loss, he said, is proof they’re a force to be reckoned with. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c87bce4cebdd7023