Underwood Replaces Carr as Michigan Trails Oregon at Halftime

Michigan switched quarterbacks during its game against No. 16 Oregon in Eugene on November 14, replacing starter Tommy Carr with Bryce Underwood in the first quarter. The Wolverines went into the break trailing 21-7, with Oregon’s offense having put pressure on Michigan’s defense, including through Dylan Raiola.

Underwood gave Michigan a running threat soon after entering. He gained five yards along the right sideline in his first quarter of play, then stayed in to begin the second quarter.

On a second-and-five play, Underwood handed the ball to Savion Hiter. The running back broke through Oregon’s defense and ran 70 yards for a touchdown. The score came at the end of a two-play, 75-yard possession that lasted 24 seconds. Baggett made the extra point, bringing Michigan within 14-7.

Carr had completed one of five passes for eight yards before leaving the game. Underwood completed two of six attempts for 26 yards in the first half. Michigan was set to receive the ball to start the second half, with a 14-point deficit to overcome.