Michigan Coach: Bryce Underwood Still QB1 ‘Right Now’
Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham requires Bryce Underwood to improve his performance, noting the quarterback's 12-of-22 passing for 170 yards and an interception.
- On Monday, Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham confirmed that Bryce Underwood remains the starting quarterback, though he cautioned the position is "absolutely not set in concrete."
- Saturday's narrow 13-12 victory over Western Michigan relied on a 47-yard Hail Mary pass from Underwood as time expired, after the Wolverines failed to score until the final play.
- Completing 12-of-22 passes for 170 yards, Underwood threw one touchdown and one interception while the Wolverines managed only one scoring drive before the final Hail Mary.
- With No. 10 Oklahoma visiting for the Big Noon Kickoff this Saturday, the offense faces a critical test after struggling against the Broncos.
- Whittingham stressed that Underwood's status is "not something that's infinite," emphasizing that both coaches and players must improve to reach a winning level.
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