ANN ARBOR – Tommy Carr was a late addition to Michigan’s 2026 recruiting class, flipping his commitment from Miami (Ohio) to the Wolverines last November. The former three-star quarterback from Saline High is already proving to be a shrewd addition.

Kyle Whittingham praised Michigan freshman QB Tommy Carr’s preparation and potential after his impressive debut against UTEP.

Now, comments about the backup quarterback Tommy Carr, made by Kyle Whittingham in the spring, are being looked at and could be hinting at a potential benching of Underwood, per Matt Hayes of USA Today.

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Bryce Underwood passed for 223 yards and two touchdowns and No.19 Michigan scored four third-quarter touchdowns to roll past UTEP, 52-17, at Ann Arbor, Mich.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Michigan Wolverines vs. UTEP Miners NCAAF game from September 19, 2026 on ESPN.

"I told them in the first half we lacked passion and energy, and we didn't take care of the football," Whittingham said. "So if we take care of the football and play a little more