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Bryce Underwood’s Breakout Sets Stage for Michigan’s Big Ten Opener at Nebraska

Nebraska’s top pass defense, plus Dylan Raiola’s hot start, presents a sharp first conference test for a freshman now labeled an elite thrower.

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Sep 13, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) and wide receiver Andrew Marsh (4) celebrate a touchdown in the first half against the Central Michigan Chippewas at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Underwood followed a steady debut and an Oklahoma setback with a blowout of Central Michigan, throwing for 235 yards with a TD and rushing for 114 yards with two scores.
  • Jake Butt called Underwood one of college football’s best pure throwers with “99/100” arm power, and Urban Meyer highlighted a new direct quarterback run that he says forces defensive recalculations.
  • Michigan visits Nebraska on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+, with the Wolverines at 2-1 and the Cornhuskers 3-0 seeking their first 4-0 start since 2016.
  • Nebraska leads the Big Ten in pass defense at 66 passing yards allowed per game, while quarterback Dylan Raiola ranks second in the league in passing yards per game (276.3) and passing touchdowns (eight).
  • Through three starts, Underwood has completed 46 of 80 passes for 628 yards with two touchdowns and one interception, and local beat writers offered split score predictions for the matchup.