**Michigan Lands Top Recruit Bryce Underwood, Marking a Significant Shift in College Football**

Former LSU safety and current ESPN analyst Ryan Clark has expressed both his disappointment and admiration after top-tier recruit Bryce Underwood opted for the Michigan Wolverines over his alma mater, LSU. Despite the sting of losing the five-star quarterback, Clark is full of praise for Underwood, lauding him as a generational talent and potentially the best quarterback of the past decade.

Underwood's decision to join Michigan is more than just a roster upgrade for the Wolverines; it represents a monumental shift in college football. Clark, who resumed his 7-on-7 coaching career specifically to mentor Underwood, is convinced of the young quarterback's unparalleled talent. "I've watched the likes of Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, CJ Stroud, and Bryce Young," Clark remarked. "At his age, Bryce Underwood surpasses them all. His arm strength, mobility, leadership qualities, and character are exceptional."

Clark's enthusiasm for Underwood's potential contributions to LSU was evident, believing the quarterback could have significantly bolstered the team's future. He attributes part of Underwood's decision to recent events under LSU head coach Brian Kelly and the state of the team this season. Additionally, Clark acknowledges Michigan's pressing need for a top quarterback to rejuvenate their offense, implying they couldn't afford to let a local talent like Underwood slip away.

"Underwood's talent at his age is unlike anything I've ever seen," Clark continued. Given his skills, Underwood is expected to secure a starting position swiftly — potentially even faster than predecessors like Lawrence, who began starting in his freshman year at Clemson, and Fields and Stroud, who took the helm in their second years at Ohio State.

Bryce Underwood is set to officially sign with Michigan on December 4 and will be an early enrollee. This early start will allow him to participate in bowl practices, provided Michigan secures bowl eligibility. As anticipation builds, the college football world will be watching closely to see how quickly Underwood adapts and impacts the Wolverines’ offense.