McCarthy and Underwood both seem to have a similar approach to the game and the team, but their build and play styles are different. McCarthy was the best QB that Michigan has had in a long time, but Underwood possesses a lot of physical traits that raise his ceiling.

Michigan football begins fall camp for the 2025 season on Wednesday. There are starting jobs to be won, including at QB with freshman Bryce Underwood.

While college football coaches lean harder on analytics than ever, picking a starting QB still comes down to instincts