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Michigan refuses to reveal QB plan for Indiana after benching $12M Bryce Underwood

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Blinn, M. (2026, October 19). Michigan refuses to reveal QB plan for Indiana after benching $12M Bryce Underwood. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/19/sports/michigan-wont-reveal-qb-plan-for-indiana-after-benching-12m-bryce-underwood/

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Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham is keeping secret whether Bryce Underwood or Tommy Carr will start against Indiana after benching Underwood during Saturday’s game against Penn State. Underwood, who has a $12 million NIL deal, performed poorly in that game with two interceptions and poor overall stats this season. In contrast, Carr led Michigan to victory with three touchdown drives including a crucial run late in the game. Whittingham praised Carr's performance but declined to reveal the QB strategy for Indiana.

Written by AI on 2026-10-19, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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From the articles provided, several key points about Tommy Carr's performance for Michigan against No. 6 Indiana can be highlighted:

Starting Role: In the most recent match on October 24th, Tommy Carr was named the starting quarterback by coach Kyle Whittingham for the game against Indiana. This decision came after Carr had successfully led two touchdown drives in the third quarter and a crucial 12-yard touchdown run on third-and-9 late in the fourth quarter during Michigan's previous victory over Penn State.

Initial Struggles: Although Carr started strong by coming off the bench to lead last week's game-winning efforts, his performance against Indiana was not as impressive. He lost a fumble early in the first quarter due to an ill-advised pitch and threw an interception later on during the game. These turnovers led to missed scoring opportunities for Michigan.

Defensive Pressures: Carr faced significant pressure from Indiana's defense, taking four sacks throughout the game. This affected his ability to control the offense effectively and contributed to Michigan missing several scoring chances that could have potentially changed the outcome of the match.

Outcome of the Game: Despite Tommy Carr’s efforts in leading two touchdown drives against Penn State previously, his performance against Indiana did not replicate such success. The Wolverines ultimately lost 13-6 after failing to score a touchdown during regulation and overtime, ending up with only one field goal.

Comparative Performance Analysis: Carr's performance was notably different compared to when he replaced Bryce Underwood in the previous game against Penn State, where his contributions were pivotal for Michigan’s victory. This highlights the variability in Carr's performance based on situational factors such as team dynamics and opposing defenses.

In summary, while Tommy Carr showed promise during a critical moment by coming off the bench earlier, his overall performance against Indiana was less impactful due to turnovers and defensive pressures, contributing significantly to Michigan's loss.

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Kyle Whittingham has a plan, and he’s not sharing it. asserted

he → have → it

The Michigan coach is playing coy with his quarterback situation heading into a matchup with No. 6 Indiana, not offering up if Bryce Underwood or Tommy Carr will be under center. asserted

Underwood → play → center

“We know exactly what we’re doing and the plan going forward,” Whittingham said. asserted

Whittingham → know → what

“We’re not going to tip our hand to the opponent. asserted

We → go → opponent

But we have a good plan in place.” asserted

we → have → place

Carr led the Wolverines to a 21-18 win over Penn State on Saturday, stepping in for Underwood with Michigan trailing 3-0 at the half. asserted

Michigan → lead → half

The freshman guided the team on three touchdown drives, including taking it himself on a game-sealing 12-yard run with 2:58 left. asserted

freshman → guide → 2:58

Underwood, meanwhile, completed just five of his 11 pass attempts for 43 yards and tossed two interceptions. asserted

Underwood → complete → interceptions

“Saw good stuff out of what Tommy did in that second half,” Whittingham said Monday. asserted

Whittingham → see → half

“He’s a real smooth guy, very efficient with his style. asserted

He → ’ → style

A Carr start would mark a massive move for Michigan, which improved to 4-2 with its first Big Ten win of the season. asserted

which → mark → season

Underwood, a sophomore with a $12 million NIL deal, has started 19 straight games for the Wolverines. asserted

Underwood → start → Wolverines

His poor play this season — just 924 yards on a 58.1% completion rate with five touchdown passes to a conference-leading six interceptions — has led to rumors his continued starting status was due to his hefty contract. asserted

status → lead → contract

Carr, the grandson of former Michigan coach Lloyd Carr and younger brother of Notre Dame QB CJ Carr, was a four-star recruit, though Underwood was the top-ranked recruit in 2023 before committing to the Wolverines. asserted

Underwood → rank → Wolverines

Michigan refuses to reveal QB plan for Indiana after benching $12M Bryce Underwood

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