Overview
- Michigan confirmed Garcia’s portal entry through a team spokesman, marking his departure during the current window that opened January 2.
- Garcia follows Jadyn Davis, Mikey Keene, and 2024 primary starter Davis Warren, bringing the total to four quarterbacks exiting this month.
- A late 2025 addition as emergency depth, Garcia appeared in one game without a pass attempt and is pursuing a sixth collegiate season with medical redshirt eligibility.
- Garcia previously played at Miami, Missouri, and East Carolina, logging his most extensive action at ECU in 2024 with 1,426 passing yards, eight touchdowns, and 12 interceptions.
- Under Whittingham, Michigan retained Bryce Underwood, added transfers Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi and Colin Hurley, and is installing Jason Beck and Koy Detmer Jr. to lead the offense and quarterback development.