The Bryce Underwood era at Michigan is officially in motion, and the 17-year-old five-star freshman gave fans a taste of what’s to come — both the highlights and the growing pains.
Making his debut during Michigan’s Spring Game in front of a crowd at the Big House, Underwood quarterbacked the Blue Team to a 17-0 win over the Maize Team. It wasn’t always pretty — but it sure ended in style.
88 Yards of Magic
On the final play of the game, Michigan dialed up a double flea flicker, and Underwood didn’t miss. The young gunslinger connected with Jalen Hoffman, connecting for an 88-yard touchdown that had fans — and teammates — going wild.
It was the kind of play that reminded everyone why Underwood was the No. 1 quarterback in the nation coming out of high school and why expectations in Ann Arbor are sky-high.
Michigan got their first look at freshman QB Bryce Underwood today in their spring game.
— CFB Kings (@CFBKings) April 19, 2025
He had an 88-yard TD on a trick play to tight end Jalen Hoffman. 👀〽️ pic.twitter.com/mM6cqHgqrq
Bryce Underwood has arrived. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/uH2EOwizSc
— College Football Alerts (@CFBAlerts_) April 19, 2025
Some Rookie Bumps
Of course, it wasn’t all fireworks. Underwood finished 12-of-26 for 187 yards, with one touchdown and one interception. He also took three sacks, had a couple of delay of game penalties, and missed a handful of open throws.
But again — he’s 17. This is exactly the type of performance you’d expect from a true freshman getting his first real reps in front of a crowd.
What Sherrone Moore Had to Say
Head coach Sherrone Moore was encouraged by what he saw, even while acknowledging there’s work to do.
“He did well, made some really, good throws and had some things we need to clean up and get better at,” Moore said after the game.
There’s no quarterback controversy yet, but Underwood is making his presence felt. You can feel the energy building in Ann Arbor — the kind that comes with a generational talent under center.
The Bottom Line
Bryce Underwood’s debut had it all — some learning moments, a few miscues, and one jaw-dropping trick play touchdown that lit up the Big House. It’s early, but the future at Michigan looks really, really fun.
This is why I’m a spartans fan…