Michigan Urged to ‘Move Away’ From QB Bryce Underwood by Former College Coach
Former NFL players and media analysts said Underwood should sit after Michigan scored 7 points and lost 20-14 to Minnesota.
- On Saturday, October 3, 2026, Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood threw two interceptions and managed just 101 passing yards as the team lost 20-14 to the Minnesota Gophers at Huntington Bank Stadium.
- Michigan's loss dropped the team to 3-2 overall and 0-2 in Big Ten play for the first time in nearly 50 years, with the offense currently ranking 17th of 18 conference teams.
- Former Washington coach Rick Neuheisel, now a CBS Sports contributor, argued on Saturday that Underwood should be benched, stating "I think it's time to sit him down" and the offense needs change.
- Complications surrounding Underwood's $12.5 million NIL contract complicate a potential benching, though head coach Kyle Whittingham did not rule out a quarterback change after the game.
- During the upcoming bye week, Michigan must decide whether to start backup Tommy Carr or continue with Underwood before facing Penn State, with questions mounting about the quarterback situation.
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'I think it's time to sit him down': Analyst says Michigan should bench Bryce Underwood
The Michigan Wolverines have struggled mightily on the offensive side of the ball this season. Now, after a second consecutive loss, CBS analyst and longtime coach Rick Neuheisel thinks it’s time to put Underwood on the bench. Following Saturday’s loss to the Minnesota Gophers, where Underwood threw two interceptions and led the Wolverines to just…
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