Michigan evaluates quarterback situation after Underwood's poor performance against Minnesota
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 9:09 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood faced criticism following a disappointing performance in a road loss to Minnesota. Underwood completed 10 of 21 passes for 101 yards and threw two interceptions, contributing to the team's 3-2 record this season. Coach Kyle Whittingham indicated that personnel changes are under consideration, with Tommy Carr as a potential option if changes are made. The Wolverines are currently in their bye week, with their next game scheduled for October 17 against Penn State.
- •Michigan is 3-2 this season after losing to Minnesota.
- •Bryce Underwood struggled with 101 passing yards and two interceptions.
- •Coach Kyle Whittingham stated that all personnel options are on the table.
- •Tommy Carr could be a candidate to start if Underwood is benched.
- •Michigan's next game is on October 17 against Penn State.
- 9:09 PMCBS Sports — Should Michigan bench Bryce Underwood? Noise grows louder after Wolverines sputter to 0-2 in Big Ten play
- 8:09 PMYahoo Sports — Will Michigan bench Bryce Underwood after recent struggles?
"A miserable outing against Minnesota has the Wolverines sitting at 0-2 in Big Ten play as Kyle Whittingham evaluates making a quarterback change during the bye week
"Could Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood get benched?
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External links- CBS SportsOct 3, 2026, 9:09 PMShould Michigan bench Bryce Underwood? Noise grows louder after Wolverines sputter to 0-2 in Big Ten play
A miserable outing against Minnesota has the Wolverines sitting at 0-2 in Big Ten play as Kyle Whittingham evaluates making a quarterback change during the bye week
- Yahoo SportsOct 3, 2026, 8:09 PMWill Michigan bench Bryce Underwood after recent struggles?
Could Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood get benched?
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