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Kyle Whittingham Installed at Michigan as Citrus Bowl Offense Opens Up Under Interim Staff

He met first with quarterback Bryce Underwood in Orlando to steady the roster before the transfer window opens.

Overview

  • Whittingham flew to Orlando, addressed the team, and said he will stay in the background for the Citrus Bowl while planning to retain only two or three current assistants.
  • He held a 45-minute one-on-one with Bryce Underwood and said the incoming scheme would suit the quarterback "to a T."
  • Deadspin insider Bryan Aguada reports that Underwood and leading receiver Andrew Marsh are expected to return next season, though Michigan has not announced decisions.
  • With Biff Poggi leading the interim staff, Steve Casula will call plays against Texas, and players describe a plan to "be explosive" offensively.
  • Utah offensive coordinator Jason Beck is viewed in reporting as the favorite for Michigan’s OC job as Whittingham outlines a spread base with a strong run emphasis.