Bryce Underwood sent shockwaves around the college football scene when he flipped his commitment from LSU to Michigan. The consensus No. 1 recruit in the nation flipped his commitment on Nov. 21.
In an interview with the Big Ten Network on Wednesday, Underwood gave three primary reasons for choosing the Michigan Wolverines over the LSU Tigers. He said:
“Honestly, the legacy that comes with (attending and playing for Michigan), the resources. Also, the great education that I will have. That’s one of the big factors that came with this decision that I made.” (0:50)
Another reason cited for Underwood joining the Wolverines is their resources. It’s no secret that the University of Michigan has numerous wealthy alumni and individuals ready to fund its high-level sporting programs.
The Wolverines have been one of the biggest beneficiaries of the NIL boom, and a highly sought-after prospect like Underwood would surely be eager to utilize such a wealth of resources.
Last but not least is the elite education offered at the University of Michigan. According to U.S. News & World Report, the University of Michigan is the No. 3 public university in the country for undergraduate education. The institution has maintained this top-three ranking since 2019. Furthermore, Michigan ranks 21st among all public and private institutions.
