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Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham says Bryce Underwood has to improve to keep his job as QB 1

Headline from WOOD TV8, from the development of Sep 7, 2026

Newest development Sep 9, 2026 · 2 reportsBryce Underwood Gives Terse Response to Michigan HC's Criticism

Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham said Bryce Underwood has to improve to keep his job as starting quarterback.

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  1. Names this update

    Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham says Bryce Underwood has to improve to keep his job as QB 1

    Headline from WOOD TV8 ·

  2. Newest

    Bryce Underwood Gives Terse Response to Michigan HC's Criticism

    Headline from Newsweek ·

1 report not tied to one development ·

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12 articles, oldest first.

  1. MLive

    Michigan won its opener, but should there be concern about Bryce Underwood? (opens MLive)

    Published

    MLive's feed description

    MLive's Michigan beat reporters share what they saw from Underwood in the Wolverines' Week 1 walk-off win over WMU.

  2. MLive

    Michigan’s Whittingham backs QB Bryce Underwood as starter, for now (opens MLive)

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    MLive's feed description

    The Michigan head coach is willing to give Bryce Underwood some more time, but wants to see the sophomore quarterback "turn a corner" in games.

  3. Newsweek

    Bryce Underwood Catches Heat After Michigan's Controversial Win (opens Newsweek)

    Published

    Newsweek's feed description

    After Michigan's wild, controversial escape vs. Western Michigan, Stephen A. Smith calls out Wolverines QB Bryce Underwood.

  4. Fox News

    Michigan coach says Bryce Underwood is Wolverines quarterback for 'right now' after near disaster in opener (opens Fox News)

    Published

    Fox News's feed description

    Kyle Whittingham says Bryce Underwood's spot atop Michigan football's depth chart is "not something that's infinite" after the narrow victory.

  5. Newsweek

    Kyle Whittingham Sends Cryptic Message About QB Bryce Underwood’s Job Security (opens Newsweek)

    Published

    Newsweek's feed description

    Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood underwhelmed in a narrow season-opening win over Western Michigan.

  6. Cleveland Plain Dealer

    Michigan’s Kyle Whittingham backs QB Bryce Underwood as starter, for now (opens Cleveland Plain Dealer)

    Published

    Cleveland Plain Dealer's feed description

    The Michigan head coach is willing to give Bryce Underwood some more time, but wants to see the sophomore quarterback "turn a corner" in games.

  7. New York Post

    Kyle Whittingham’s stance on Bryce Underwood’s status as Michigan QB1 comes with caveat (opens New York Post)

    Published

    New York Post's feed description

    Whatever Kyle Whittingham wanted to see out of Bryce Underwood, it wasn't what happened Saturday.

  8. WOOD TV8

    Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham says Bryce Underwood has to improve to keep his job as QB 1 (opens WOOD TV8)

    Published

    WOOD TV8's feed description

    Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham said Bryce Underwood has to improve to keep his job as starting quarterback.

  9. Forbes

    Despite Hail Mary, Michigan Quarterback Bryce Underwood Faces Scrutiny (opens Forbes)

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    Forbes's feed description

    Although Bryce Underwood threw a game-winning touchdown in Michigan's opener, the quarterback struggled again. He was the No. 1 recruit last year and immediate starter.

  10. Newsweek

    Bryce Underwood Gives Terse Response to Michigan HC's Criticism (opens Newsweek)

    Published

    Newsweek's feed description

    Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood responded to the comments head coach Kyle Whittingham made on Monday.

  11. Fox News

    Bryce Underwood addresses Kyle Whittingham's comments about remaining starting QB at Michigan (opens Fox News)

    Published

    Fox News's feed description

    Michigan Wolverines QB Bryce Underwood feigned ignorance when asked about Kyle Whittingham questioning his starting job after the Week 1 win.

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