Michigan starts Tommy Carr at quarterback against Rutgers
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 4:11 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026

The Michigan Wolverines confirmed Tommy Carr as the starting quarterback for their matchup against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Carr takes the helm after leading the team in a narrow overtime loss to the Indiana Hoosiers, where he threw for 167 yards and one interception. This marks Carr's second consecutive start, pushing Bryce Underwood to the bench. With a record of 4-3, Michigan aims to improve against a struggling Rutgers team, currently at 2-5 after a recent loss. The game is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. ET on October 29.
- •Tommy Carr starts for Michigan after last week's overtime loss.
- •Carr threw for 167 yards with one interception against Indiana.
- •Michigan holds a 4-3 record heading into the Rutgers game.
- •Rutgers currently has a 2-5 record following a loss to Northwestern.
- •Kickoff is set for 12:30 p.m. ET on October 29.
- 4:11 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan Reportedly Makes QB1 Decision for Rutgers Matchup
- 4:07 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan sticking with Tommy Carr over Bryce Underwood at quarterback
"The Michigan Wolverines started Tommy Carr for the first time this season against the Indiana Hoosiers last week. This week, according to On3’s Pete Nakos, “Michigan is expected to start Tommy Carr instead of Bryce Underwood vs. Rutgers following making…
"Michigan is giving quarterback Tommy Carr another start.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 4:11 PMMichigan Reportedly Makes QB1 Decision for Rutgers Matchup
The Michigan Wolverines started Tommy Carr for the first time this season against the Indiana Hoosiers last week. This week, according to On3’s Pete Nakos, “Michigan is expected to start Tommy Carr instead of Bryce Underwood vs. Rutgers following making…
- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 4:07 PMMichigan sticking with Tommy Carr over Bryce Underwood at quarterback
Michigan is giving quarterback Tommy Carr another start.
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