US EditionInside Michigan’s Decision to Name Freshman Bryce Underwood Starting QB
Bryce Underwood is only the third true freshman to start quarterback for Michigan, earning the position after flipping his commitment from LSU last year, coach said.
- On Monday, Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore announced, `Bryce Underwood will be our starting quarterback, I'll confirm that`, ahead of Saturday's opener in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
- After spring practices and a Big House scrimmage, Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore said Bryce Underwood met confidence, calmness and leadership boxes in camp, earning the starting nod.
- A highly touted recruit, Bryce Underwood flipped from LSU after recruitment pitches by Tom Brady and Larry Ellison, celebrated his 18th birthday last week, and stands 6-foot-4 with notable physical presence.
- With Underwood named, Jadyn Davis will be Michigan's sophomore backup, Moore said the staff will be patient, and Jay Underwood told The Wall Street Journal his son expects more than $15 million over three seasons.
- Historically, Michigan has had just three true freshmen start at quarterback, and with a 25.6 passes per game offense, Bryce Underwood will likely face struggles this season.
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Jackson Progress-Argus
No. 14 Michigan kicks off Bryce Underwood era under the lights vs. Lobos
The Bryce Underwood era of Michigan football begins Saturday night in Ann Arbor when the Wolverines begin their season against New Mexico.
Montana Standard
North Platte Nebraska's NewspaperMichigan names freshman Underwood as starting QB
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Bryce Underwood was expected to take the first snap for No. 14 Michigan this season after being the nation's top-ranked recruit last year and flipping his commitment from LSU.
INTERVIEW: Sherrone Moore on Bryce Underwood earning Michigan starting QB job, outlook for 2025 season
Sherrone Moore named Bryce Underwood Michigan's starting quarterback ahead of the season-opener against New Mexico, aligning his coaching career with the young freshman.Moore talked one-on-one with Brad Galli about U-M was able to ultimately get Underwood to commit, how he's grown as a head coach, and why the finish to 2024 can help fuel 2025.Watch the interview in the player above
Bryce Underwood named Michigan's starting quarterback
Before anyone could even ask the question, Sherrone Moore provided the answer. In front of the media on Monday, Michigan football coach Moore named freshman Bryce Underwood as Michigan’s starting quarterback, confirming an initial CBS Sports report released the day prior. “He just did the things the right way,” Moore said. “(He) used his skill and never tried to do too much for a young guy, very mature beyond his years, and he’s still only 18 …
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