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Underwood Emerges as Week 1 QB Frontrunner as Michigan Lands Bourque

Following Underwood’s ascendancy in fall camp, Moore will name his Week 1 starting quarterback on Aug. 25.

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Overview

  • Freshman Bryce Underwood has separated himself in camp drills and veteran praise to lead the race for the opener against New Mexico.
  • Head coach Sherrone Moore confirmed he will announce the 2025 season’s starter on the Monday before game week to finalize the decision.
  • Transfer Mikey Keene is still managing an injury and has not participated fully in practice, limiting his contention for the starting role.
  • Four-star 2027 quarterback Peter Bourque committed on Aug. 11, marking Michigan’s fourth straight cycle to land a top-10 national QB recruit.
  • The dual approach addresses immediate needs and long-term depth after a 2024 passing slump by combining Underwood’s readiness with sustained recruiting momentum.