US EditionUnderwood Becomes 4th Freshman to Start at QB for Michigan, Leads 2 TD Drives in 1st Quarter
Freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood threw for 251 yards and one touchdown with no interceptions, helping Michigan secure a 34-17 win in their season opener.
- On Saturday night at Michigan Stadium, Bryce Underwood debuted, throwing for 251 yards and one touchdown to lead the 14th-ranked Michigan Wolverines past New Mexico Lobos 34-17.
- Facing last season’s weak aerial attack and major roster turnover, Michigan enters this year with 75 new players, 34 returners, and a passing offense that averaged 5.4 yards per attempt.
- Early execution included a first-snap completion to Semaj Morgan, and Underwood converted key third downs, notably hitting Channing Goodwin on 3rd-and-14 for 39 yards before halftime.
- Michigan Wolverines improved to one-zero while New Mexico Lobos fell to zero-one after the 34-17 season-opening win, leaving fans buzzing at Michigan Stadium.
- This game may serve as a tune-up before next week’s showdown against Oklahoma, as Michigan aims to integrate 75 new players and 34 returning players alongside Justice Haynes to revitalize its offense this year.
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Underwood leads Michigan football past New Mexico, 34-17
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