Sports · October 21, 2026
Michigan set to start Tommy Carr vs. Indiana after he took over for Bryce Underwood in second half of win over Penn State
Michigan is expected to start freshman quarterback Tommy Carr against Indiana following his performance in a 21-18 win over Penn State. Carr, the grandson of former coach Lloyd Carr, replaced starter Bryce Underwood in the second half of the Penn State game, contributing both through the air and on the ground, including scoring a rushing touchdown. Underwood, a highly touted recruit, is expected to serve as the backup for the upcoming matchup.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Tommy Carr is expected to start at quarterback for Michigan against Indiana.
- Carr replaced Bryce Underwood during the second half of the game against Penn State.
- Michigan defeated Penn State with a score of 21-18.
- Carr is the grandson of former Michigan head coach Lloyd Carr.
- In the Penn State game, Carr completed 5 of 7 passes for 47 yards and rushed 4 times for 36 yards and a touchdown.
Reported by only some outlets
- Bryce Underwood is referred to as the 'incumbent' and a 'former top recruit'.
- Tommy Carr is the brother of Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr.
- Carr previously made a brief appearance against UTEP in September.
- The decision was reportedly made by Kyle Whittingham.
Confirmed
- Tommy Carr is set to start against Indiana.
- Carr replaced Underwood in the Penn State game.
- Carr's stat line against Penn State included 47 passing yards and a rushing touchdown.
- Carr is the grandson of Lloyd Carr.
Reported
- Bryce Underwood will slide into the backup role for now. (CBS Sports)
- Michigan remained cagey over who would start one day prior to the leak. (New York Post)
Rumor
- The move was influenced by Underwood's status as a '$12 million' investment. (New York Post (implication))
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