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Michigan football knows what it has in Bryce Underwood. It’s time to move on

Michigan’s quarterback situation has reached a critical juncture after sophomore Bryce Underwood’s struggles continued in a 21-18 win over Penn State, where he threw two interceptions and was eventually replaced by freshman Tommy Carr. Carr’s brief stint in the game yielded 83 total yards and a rushing touchdown, offering a rare bright spot for an offense that has shown little progress this season.

Underwood, once a five-star recruit, remains the only primary Big Ten quarterback with more interceptions than touchdowns, and his lack of improvement has left Michigan’s coaching staff with few options beyond a potential shift to Carr as the starter moving forward. The Wolverines, already off to a dismal start, face No.

6 Indiana this week—a team with a top-tier defense ranked fourth in the FBS in scoring defense and rush defense—making the quarterback decision even more pressing. With Michigan’s season effectively over as a contender, head coach Kyle Whittingham and offensive coordinator Jason Beck must evaluate their quarterback position urgently, as Carr’s limited but promising performance suggests he may be a better fit for their offensive scheme than Underwood’s stagnant play.

The focus now shifts to the second half of the year, where Michigan must rebuild and prepare for a stronger 2027 campaign, starting with a clear-eyed assessment of its quarterback depth chart.

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