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Bryce Underwood staying at Michigan for sophomore season under 1st-year coach Kyle Whittingham

Bryce Underwood is staying at Michigan for his sophomore season to play for first-year coach Kyle Whittingham
Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) throws a pass during the first half of the Citrus Bowl NCAA college football game, Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) throws a pass during the first half of the Citrus Bowl NCAA college football game, Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Jan 6, 2026

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Bryce Underwood is staying at Michigan for his sophomore season to play for first-year coach Kyle Whittingham.

Underwood announced his decision Monday night.

As the nation's top-rated recruit, Underwood signed with the Wolverines under former coach Sherrone Moore and became the fourth true freshman to start at quarterback for college football's winningest program.

Underwood completed 60% of his throws for 2,428 with nine passing touchdowns and 11 interceptions, including three in the last 18 minutes of a 41-27 loss to Texas in the Citrus Bowl. He ran for 392 yards and six touchdowns, including a 77-yard performance with a score on the ground against the Longhorns.

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