Overview

• Michigan is 3-1 after a bye, with captains describing surging energy and roles settling in ahead of Saturday’s home game vs. Wisconsin (noon ET, FOX).
• True freshman Bryce Underwood has held the job since camp and through four games has completed 57% for two TDs with one interception plus 169 rushing yards and three scores.
• ESPN’s Bill Connelly ranked him No. 38 among Power Four starters, citing inaccuracy and learning curves despite strong sack avoidance and scramble production.
• Coaches praise his maturity and say designed runs force extra defensive fits, with tight ends coach Steve Casula noting the “12th guy” effect.
• Michigan’s defense is trending up after nine tackles for loss and seven sacks at Nebraska, setting up a contrast with Wisconsin’s No. 1 rush defense.