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Michigan football will be changing things up in a big way in 2025 on the offensive side of the ball. Not only are the Wolverines revamping through the transfer portal, but with new offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey in the fold, and the recruits who are coming in this upcoming year, things should look a little different for the maize and blue compared to the 2024 campaign.
Last year, the offense was anemic, with the No. 131 passing offense, the worst in the Big Ten and fourth-worst in the country. Enter Bryce Underwood, the No. 1 prospect in the country and top-rated quarterback. While Michigan did bring in former Fresno State QB Mikey Keene to potentially start, according to On3 analyst J.D. PicKell, there’s not doubt in his mind that Underwood comes in and makes an instant impact — potentially propelling the Wolverines to being a championship contender.
“I think Bryce Underwood is going to be that dude from day one,” PicKell said. “Now, I did not say he wins the Heisman Trophy. I didn’t say he’s All-Big Ten. But I think he’s going to be that dude.
“I think he’s going to be a massive upgrade from what you’ve had in the past. That’s not throwing shade at Davis Warren or Alex Orji. It’s just the reality of having a true freshman quarterback that was No. 1 in America the year before at the high school level and as a bunch of physical giftings that you just straight up can’t coach. There’s also a reason why you brought in Chip Lindsey to run a different style of offense. I don’t think that’s a coincidence when it comes to who Bryce Underwood is as a player. Open it up a little bit more.
“So what would that mean? Like, that’s the answer to the question. Hey, Bryce Underwood’s a guy. What does that mean? Well, first off, it totally changes the ceiling of Michigan football in 2025. Again, no disrespect to Mikey Keene at…
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Author : Wolverines Wire
Publish date : 2025-01-31 17:35:00
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