Michigan flips No. 1 prospect, Five-Star Plus+ QB Bryce Underwood from LSU

Belleville (Mich.) Five-Star Plus+ quarterback Bryce Underwood, the nation’s No. 1 overall prospect, has flipped his commitment from LSU to Michigan, according to On3’s Hayes Fawcett.

Pledged to the Tigers since Jan. 6, Underwood is now set to stay home and play for the Wolverines following an intense push by Sherrone Moore and Co. On Wednesday, Michigan flipped Underwood’s high school teammate, four-star cornerback Elijah Dotson.

Rumors began to swirl in October that U-M was making a real push to flip Underwood, with talks centering around an immense NIL package. Talks began to intensify and the elite 6-foot-4, 214-pounder has now shaken up the recruiting world by joining the fold in Ann Arbor.

“Industry sources told On3 that Underwood is expected to land an NIL package valued above $5 million over three to four years, regardless of the program that lands his signature on National Signing Day,” On3’s Pete Nakos wrote on Oct. 29.

Underwood now headlines Michigan’s 2025 recruiting class, which has all the momentum heading into the December signing period.

Bryce Underwood Scouting Summary

On3 writes this of Underwood as a prospect:

“Premier arm talent who is one of the more gifted high school quarterback prospects in recent years. Combination of arm strength, pocket feel and processing ability makes him the top quarterback in the 2025 cycle. Owns a wide-shouldered frame, measuring in at 6-foot-4, 214 pounds with 10-inch hands at the On3 Elite Series prior to his senior season. Touts a big-time arm with the ability to drive the ball with velocity to all levels of the field. Has the ability to touch every area of the field with ease. Throws a very tight spiral that amplifies the velocity on the tail of his passes. Has shown advanced skill as a passer. Comfortable delivering over the middle of the field from within the pocket. Consistently sticks the ball on receivers against tight coverage.

…Shows the ability to layer passes with touch and high-level location, especially downfield. Demonstrates the best pocket presence in the cycle entering the senior season. A vertical mover in the pocket who navigates pressure at a level well beyond his years. Has rhythmic feet when operating within structure. Doubles as a run threat with the ability to make defenders miss in space.”