Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood addresses comments regarding his starting job status

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood addresses comments regarding his starting job status
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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood said he was unaware of recent comments made by head coach Kyle Whittingham regarding his security as the starting quarterback. Whittingham stated Monday that no player's position on the roster is infinite and that the team needs to show improvement across all areas. Underwood struggled in the season opener against Western Michigan, completing 12 of 22 passes for 170 yards with two turnovers before throwing a decisive 47-yard touchdown pass. The sophomore quarterback identified six major plays from that game that he intends to refine during practice this week. Michigan prepares for its upcoming game against No. 11 Oklahoma following the victory over Western Michigan. Underwood was a high-profile recruit who signed a reported four-year, $12 million name, image and likeness deal prior to his freshman season in 2025.

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  • Bryce Underwood claimed he did not see or hear Whittingham's public remarks.
  • Whittingham emphasized that no player's starting role is guaranteed indefinitely.
  • Underwood threw for 170 yards and two interceptions against Western Michigan.
  • Michigan faces No. 11 Oklahoma in the next game on the schedule.
  • The team is focusing on correcting six major errors identified in game film.
Latest Updates
  • 7:07 PMYahoo SportsBryce Underwood responds to Kyle Whittingham's job security comments
  • 7:01 PMCBS SportsBryce Underwood surprised by Kyle Whittingham's comments on job security: 'I didn't see that'
  • 7:00 PMYahoo SportsMichigan QB Bryce Underwood reacts to Kyle Whittingham’s comments on starting status
  • 6:11 PMYahoo Sports'There was comments about that?' Michigan QB Bryce Underwood says he hadn't heard what coach Kyle Whittingham said about his status as the starter
What they're saying
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Bryce Underwood struggled on Saturday prior to his game-winning Hail Mary, and Kyle Whittingham said his future job security is not infinite.

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The former five-star prospect seemed taken aback when a reporter brought up his coach's comments from earlier in the week

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Here’s what Michigan QB Bryce Underwood said about head coach Kyle Whittingham’s comments about him earlier this week.

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