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Who is Tommy Carr, grandson of Michigan football royalty?

Michigan Wolverines quarterback Tommy Carr is stepping into the spotlight after being thrust into action against Penn State in Week 7, following head coach Kyle Whittingham’s decision to bench starter Bryce Underwood after a disappointing first half. The 19-year-old true freshman, a Michigan native, joins the program as a four-star recruit, though his commitment to the Wolverines came late—he originally pledged to Miami (OH) before switching less than a year before enrolling.

Carr’s arrival carries added weight due to his family’s deep ties to Michigan football, with both grandfathers leaving indelible marks on the program’s legacy. Tom Curtis, a College Football Hall of Famer, was a standout safety for the Wolverines, holding the school record for career interceptions (25) and later winning Super Bowl V with the Baltimore Colts.

His father, Lloyd Carr, is one of Michigan’s most successful coaches, leading the team to a perfect 12-0 season and a Rose Bowl title in 1997, culminating in a No. 1 national ranking.

With the Wolverines’ offense in need of stability, Carr’s opportunity could mark the beginning of a significant impact, especially as his older brother, CJ Carr, thrives as Notre Dame’s top quarterback with a 6-0 start this season.

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