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Bryce Underwood Set for Michigan Debut as Week 1 Starter vs. New Mexico

The No. 1 recruit flipped from LSU in an NIL-driven move to become a rare day-one quarterback for Michigan.

Bryce Underwood #19 of the Michigan Wolverines prepares to receive the ball during the second half of the Michigan Maize vs Blue Spring Football Game at Michigan Stadium on April 19, 2025 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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Team Blue quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) makes a pass against Team Maize during the first half of the spring game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Overview

  • Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at Michigan Stadium, with the game airing on NBC and streaming on Peacock.
  • Head coach Sherrone Moore named the true freshman QB1 on Aug. 25, praising his command of the offense and leadership in camp.
  • Underwood becomes just the fourth true freshman to open a season at quarterback for the Wolverines after being ranked No. 1 in the 2025 class.
  • He announced that a percentage of proceeds from his officially licensed jersey sales will support Detroit youth programs, saying he wants to impact the city that raised him.
  • New Mexico coach Jason Eck said the Lobos are preparing for Underwood’s athleticism and potential quarterback run game, with the opponent entering Week 1 after a major roster overhaul.