Michigan retains coaching staff and starting quarterback ahead of Penn State game

Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham announced on Monday that the team is sticking with starting quarterback Bryce Underwood and offensive coordinator Jason Beck. Yahoo College Football reported via the Associated Press that Whittingham confirmed Beck will continue calling plays and maintained that Underwood remains the starting quarterback. [1]

Michigan is preparing to face Penn State, a team that remains winless in Big Ten conference play and is currently on a three-game losing streak. According to reports from Yahoo Sports and the Associated Press, Penn State head coach Matt Campbell stated that his team is making progress up front despite their recent results. [2][4]

Whittingham noted that Michigan's staff has a good handle on Penn State's roster due to familiarity with their quarterback and personnel. Yahoo Sports reported that Penn State true freshman cornerback Josiah Zayas has emerged as a key contributor on defense ahead of the matchup. [2][3]

The game adds another chapter to the regional series between the two programs. Michigan leads the all-time football series against Penn State with 17 wins to 10. [9]