India, Oct. 18 -- The Michigan Wolverines handed Tommy Carr an opportunity against Penn State on Saturday after Bryce Underwood struggled to find his rhythm. The freshman quarterback made the most of his chance, delivering a respectable performance in just his second appearance of the 2026 season.

Carr's showing also brought attention to his family's deep connections to football, particularly within the Michigan program. The young quarterback comes from a lineage with a strong history in the sport, giving him a background that few freshmen can match.

"Big day for the Carr family. Freshman Tommy Carr coming in after Michigan benches Bryce Underwood," college football insider Pete Thamel posted on Sunday.

Although Tommy Carr is still est...