College Football

Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham reasserts 'Bryce is our guy,' and OC Jason Beck remains the play caller

October 12, 2026

Michigan Wolverines head coach Kyle Whittingham has doubled down on his offensive leadership amid a struggling start to the season, reaffirming his confidence in quarterback Bryce Underwood and offensive coordinator Jason Beck ahead of the Week 7 showdown against Penn State. The decision comes after back-to-back losses to Iowa and Minnesota, marking the first two games of Whittingham’s tenure in Ann Arbor, where he was hired to stabilize a program still recovering from recent controversies.

Despite the Wolverines’ offensive struggles—ranked among the worst in the nation—Whittingham emphasized continuity, stating that Beck will retain play-calling duties while Underwood remains the starter for the critical matchup. The move underscores Whittingham’s commitment to his coaching staff and quarterback despite early-season challenges, including a thin offensive line and questions about Underwood’s performance.