Michigan football coach Kyle Whittingham announced that the team intends to play both Tommy Carr and Bryce Underwood in today’s contest against Oregon, according to reports from Yahoo Sports.
Whittingham confirmed during a pregame radio interview that Carr, a true freshman, will make his fourth consecutive start for the Wolverines, as noted by the Detroit Free Press.
The coaching staff plans to insert Underwood into the game at some point, though the timing remains fluid rather than scripted.
Whittingham explained that the decision on who receives the majority of snaps will depend on performance, stating, “if one of them is hot, we’ll stick with that guy.”
Underwood previously served as the starter for the first six games of the season before being benched at halftime during a loss to Penn State, per the Detroit Free Press.
Carr entered that game and led the team to a 21-18 comeback victory, though the team has since struggled to a 1-2 record in his three subsequent starts.
Despite the demotion, Whittingham praised Underwood for his leadership and professional demeanor on the sidelines.
Whittingham noted that Underwood continues to practice hard and act as a captain for the squad, remarking, “His attitude through this whole thing has been terrific.”
The coach expressed hope that Underwood will capitalize on his opportunity when he enters the game against the Ducks.
The Wolverines are looking to improve their offensive consistency after being held scoreless in the first half of their recent home games against Indiana, Rutgers, and Michigan State, as documented by the Detroit Free Press.
Whittingham emphasized that the strategy remains flexible, aiming to get both players involved if neither establishes immediate dominance on the field.