Key Points:
Bryce Underwood made an announcement
He is on the College Football 26 video game
Purdue’s pass defense will be tested Saturday
The Michigan Wolverines are 6-2 heading into this weekend’s game against Purdue and hoping for a clean sweep of their final four games.
The Wolverines’ College Football chances rest on the arm and legs of quarterback Bryce Underwood, who has had a strong season so far with multiple less-than-stellar road games sprinkled in.
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On Thursday, Underwood revealed news regarding his rating in the popular College Football 26 video game and it’s good news for fans of the Wolverines’ signal caller.
Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) looks to pass against Michigan State during the first half at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing on Saturday, October 25, 2025. © Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Underwood Shares the Good News
Underwood revealed that his rating changed in College Football 26 after his recent string of performances on the football field.
His rating jumped two points to 83 overall. His TAM rating (throw accuracy mid) jumped five points to 88 overall. His PAC (play action) rating jumped eight points to 82 overall and his BCV (ball carrier vision) jumped one point to 83 overall.
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Underwood still ranks toward the middle of the pack among the game’s quarterbacks with Indiana’s precision passer Fernando Mendoza currently holding down the top spot.
Underwood, Wolverines Big Favorites
The Wolverines are favored by over 21 points in what could be a showcase game for Underwood against the Boilers.
Underwood’s receiving targets have come on strong of late including receivers Andrew Marsh and Donaven McCulley. The Wolverines set a mark not seen since 1994 with the ground game against Michigan State allowing offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey’s team to go easy on the passing plays.
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Underwood’s passing statistics have been impressive at the Big House and Saturday figures to be no exception.
Purdue ranks 104th among all FBS teams in pass defense, giving up just over 245 yards per game. Michigan ranks 55th in that same statistic.
Michigan has a big edge on the ground and could have a big edge through the air by the time Saturday night’s game is said and done in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Oct 31, 2025, where it first appeared in the College section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.