" I think Michigan is still climbing uphill": Recruiting Insider comments on LSU QB commit Bryce Underwood's flip rumors to Michigan

By Viraj Mali

Modified Nov 09, 2024 18:29 GMT

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Bryce Underwood has been part of the LSU Tigers' Class of 2025 since committing to the program in January, but rumors suggest that the Baton Rouge-based team might face a challenge, as Sherrone Moore's Michigan is rumored to be making a strong push to flip the quarterback.

Losing Underwood would be a huge blow to the Tigers' future, as the Wolverines have shown strong interest in securing the 6-foot-4 quarterback. According to On3's Steve Wiltfong, LSU is still expected to hold onto Underwood's commitment despite a push from Michigan.

"Talks between the Underwood camp and Michigan have intensified down the stretch of the process," Wiltfong said, as per SB Nation. "The Wolverines don’t have a quarterback committed in the 2025 cycle following the decommitment of On300 recruit Carter Smith. They’re hoping a final push with Underwood can change that."

"He loves LSU, the way they develop quarterbacks, the vibe around the program and school, his relationship with Joe Sloan and the staff, and the bond formed with the other commits. I think Michigan is still climbing uphill with Underwood."

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Bryce Underwood has had a dominant high school season this year

The No.1 quarterback in the Class of 2025, Bryce Underwood, is having a terrific season for Belleville High School. He has led his team to a 9-1 record and had a great opening game of the playoffs.

Underwood tallied 243 yards and six touchdowns in the playoff opener against the Pioneer Pioneers. He completed 86.7% of his pass attempts and had a QB rating of 166.0 as the Belleville Tigers defeated the Pioneers 68-0.

The 6-4 signal-caller has tallied 1,798 yards this season while completing 77.3% of his passes and scoring 26 touchdowns. He has thrown just one interception this season and has an impressive QB rating of 155.0.

Underwood has also racked up 427 rushing yards on 24 carries and has scored three rushing touchdowns this season. In his three seasons with the Tigers, the five-star quarterback has thrown for 5,203 yards, 68 touchdowns and just four interceptions. He has led the Tigers to an overall record of 36-2 in his high school career.

Bryce Underwood announced his commitment to LSU on January 6, 2024. According to On3, the Louisiana-based school had the best odds of landing the five-star recruit.