Michigan benches Underwood, starts Carr for Indiana after Penn State comeback

Michigan benches Underwood, starts Carr for Indiana after Penn State comeback

According to 247Sports, Michigan will start true freshman quarterback Tommy Carr in its upcoming game against Indiana on October 21, after benching true freshman Bryce Underwood at halftime of the Oct.  17 win over Penn State, and the coaching staff has not clarified Underwood’s role moving forward. The Wolverines rallied to defeat Penn State 21-18 on Oct.

 17, a turnaround that began when head coach Jim Harbaugh replaced Underwood with Carr at halftime. Offensive coordinator Jason Beck said the change was needed to spark the offense and cut turnovers. Former NFL safety Eric Weddle later said he had predicted the benching after observing Underwood’s practice performance earlier in the year.

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Michigan Wolverines Penn State Nittany Lions Bryce Underwood Tommy Carr Rocco Becht Jason Beck

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Michigan Penn State Indiana

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2026年十月21日
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'You could just tell there's a disconnect': What's next for Bryce Underwood after Michigan benching
'You could just tell there's a disconnect': What's next for Bryce Underwood after Michigan benching

247Sports • 10月21日 15:31

After benching true freshman Bryce Underwood at halftime against Penn State, Michigan will start Tommy Carr against Indiana, while the quarterback's future remains uncertain.

可信度 58% 操纵 9% 中立
2026年十月20日
2 篇总计
‘The truth hurts’
‘The truth hurts’

USA Today • 10月20日 13:55

Eric Weddle claimed he foresaw Michigan's decision to replace sophomore quarterback Bryce Underwood after observing the player's performance in practice earlier this year.

可信度 72% 操纵 8% 中立
Michigan OC Jason Beck: QB change from Underwood to Carr ‘needed to be made’
Michigan OC Jason Beck: QB change from Underwood to Carr ‘needed to be made’

MLive.com • 10月20日 01:01

Michigan offensive coordinator Jason Beck said replacing starter Bryce Underwood with freshman Tommy Carr at halftime was necessary to spark the offense and reduce turnovers in the 21-18 win over Penn State.

可信度 72% 操纵 9% 中立
2026年十月18日
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3 winners, 3 losers from Michigan Football’s win vs Penn State
3 winners, 3 losers from Michigan Football’s win vs Penn State

Maize n Brew • 10月18日 11:00

Michigan improved to 4-2 with a 21-18 victory over Penn State, highlighted by a second-half quarterback switch and strong play from the running backs and safeties.

可信度 55% 操纵 10% 中立
What’s being said nationally about Michigan benching Bryce Underwood, beating Penn State
What’s being said nationally about Michigan benching Bryce Underwood, beating Penn State

MLive.com • 10月18日 00:29

Michigan defeated Penn State 21-18 after replacing starter Bryce Underwood with freshman Tommy Carr, who sparked a second-half comeback.

可信度 78% 操纵 7% 中立
5 takeaways from Michigan Football’s win vs Penn State
5 takeaways from Michigan Football’s win vs Penn State

Maize n Brew • 10月18日 00:00

Michigan defeated Penn State 21-18 on Saturday, boosting its record to 4-2 after replacing quarterback Bryce Underwood with Tommy Carr at halftime.

可信度 68% 操纵 12% 中立