In his first public news conference since taking over his new role at Michigan, Chip Lindsey left the door open for freshman Bryce Underwood to be the Day 1 starter this fall. Lindsey, hired in December to become the program’s new offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach,

The No. 1 player in the country in 2025, Underwood signed with Michigan football, a team that has a need for an exemplary starting quarterback after a moribund season at the position a year ago. The mix of talent and need makes it an intriguing situation, especially with the Wolverines having brought in a new offensive coordinator in Chip Lindsey.

Michigan opens spring football practice on Tuesday. Here's what we're paying close attention to over the next few weeks.