Kyle Whittingham evaluates Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood after recent performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 8:09 PM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood remains the team's starter, though head coach Kyle Whittingham noted the position is not permanently secure. Whittingham emphasized the need for consistent improvement from both the coaching staff and the players to reach a winning level. Underwood’s most recent outing against a MAC opponent included 170 passing yards, one touchdown, and one interception, supplemented by 47 rushing yards and a rushing score. The quarterback also secured a narrow win with a late-game Hail Mary pass. Despite the significant financial commitment to the player, Whittingham stated that future performance will dictate the depth chart status. The Wolverines are preparing for their next contest against Oklahoma scheduled for this coming Saturday.
- •Bryce Underwood remains the starting quarterback for Michigan.
- •Kyle Whittingham stated the starting job is not indefinitely guaranteed.
- •Underwood recorded 170 passing yards and two total touchdowns last Saturday.
- •Michigan faces Oklahoma in their next game this Saturday.
- 8:09 PMYahoo Sports — Bryce Underwood is Michigan's QB "right now," but his job security isn't "infinite"
"Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood saved the Wolverines' bacon with a Hail Mary mulligan.
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