It was a moment that sent shockwaves through the college football world. Michigan, a program with a rich history, managed to lure five-star quarterback Bryce Underwood, the top-ranked prospect in the 2025 cycle, away from LSU. This unexpected turn of events took place on a Thursday evening, leaving everyone in awe. According to Matt Zenitz and John Talty with CBS Sports, Underwood was in Ann Arbor on Wednesday for a secret meeting with Sherrone Moore and the Wolverines.Underwood's Campus Visit and Insights
During his visit, Underwood came with his Belleville teammate and Michigan commit Elijah Dotson. Coach Moore had Underwood shadow him throughout the day, allowing him to enter meetings and gain a deep understanding of what Michigan was doing. "Moore had the blue-chip quarterback shadow him throughout the day, let him sit on meetings and gave thorough insight into everything the Wolverines were doing. Those days on campus essentially sealed the day for Michigan.." This behind-the-scenes interaction played a crucial role in Underwood's decision.As it's been reported throughout the process, Moore was the main person spearheading the recruitment of Underwood. However, it wasn't an easy task. Underwood was initially an LSU commit and showed loyalty to Brian Kelly and Joe Sloan. But Michigan never gave up, as they had a lot of ground to make up. Underwood, who grew up dreaming of playing for Michigan, felt slighted by former head coach Jim Harbaugh and quarterbacks coach Matt Weiss. They didn't make him feel like a priority, and top Belleville product felt that the Wolverines were looking elsewhere instead of considering him."It capped multiple months of aggressive behind-the-scenes work that was spearheaded by Moore and general manager Sean Magee as they had to overcome a relationship that was significantly fractured because of Underwood, who grew up wanting to play at Michigan, not being made to feel like a priority earlier in his high school career by former Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh and ex-Michigan quarterbacks coach Matt Weiss."After the visit on Wednesday, everything changed. Underwood went home and had a heart-to-heart with his family. They realized that Michigan exceeded all their expectations and was the best fit for Underwood. With LSU facing their own issues, Underwood now has the opportunity to become a hometown hero in Ann Arbor and lead Michigan back to the top.According to the same report, Michigan will still seek a transfer quarterback to provide competition for Underwood and allow the soon-to-be true freshman to learn. This was communicated to Underwood and his family was on board.Underwood doesn't have to start on Day 1, but his talent is undeniable. It wouldn't be surprising to see him take the field for the maize and blue when they open the 2025 season against New Mexico.– Enjoy more Michigan Wolverines coverage on Michigan Wolverines On SI –LOOK: Valiant, Bryce Underwood launch merchandise shop for Michigan Football fansWATCH: Bryce Underwood launches ‘Hometown Hero’ Michigan commitment videoThree keys to Michigan Football defeating Northwestern
