Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood spent part of his offseason working with one of the most recognizable quarterback trainers in football. The former No. 1 overall recruit is looking to take a major step forward in 2026. 

According to Tony Garcia of Detroit Free Press, Underwood spent part of the offseason training with quarterback coach Jordan Palmer, who has worked with NFL stars such as Josh Allen, Bo Nix, and Patrick Mahomes.

"How to simplify the game for myself, how easy I can make the game. [Focusing on] the consistency in everything I have going on, so that was really my main focus this offseason,” he told reporters at Saline High School. 

The Michigan quarterback said he wanted to understand better how to simplify the position and become more consistent, as reported by the Detroit Free Press. 

Palmer is perhaps best known for his work with Allen, whose accuracy improved significantly after entering the NFL.

That track record is one reason Underwood sought out Palmer as he looks to become a more consistent passer entering his second season as Michigan's starter.

Michigan is counting on Underwood to make a significant jump this season. The former five-star recruit showed his elite talent in 2025, but his consistency remained a question. 

He completed 60.3 percent of his passes for 2,428 yards, 11 touchdowns, and nine interceptions as the Wolverines finished 9-4 and missed the College Football Playoff.

While Underwood believes the extra work will pay off, Palmer has already noticed progress.

Jordan Palmer Sees Growth in Michigan's Young Quarterback

Palmer has spent considerable time around Underwood this offseason, both in California and in Ann Arbor.

According to a report by On3, the longtime quarterback trainer shared his thoughts on how quickly Underwood has adapted to changes around the program.

“I’ve been blown away with how Bryce approaches development and how he’s able to compartmentalize a lot of new things, a new staff, a new system, new players,” Palmer said to On3. 

Palmer believes Underwood's growth will show up in his decision-making and overall command of the offense.

“I think we’ll see more decisiveness,” Palmer said. “Part of that is year two, and part of that is the system, and then part of that is how he’s moving and getting himself in a position to throw the ball.”

He also praised Underwood's ability to adjust his mechanics, something Palmer said even highly athletic quarterbacks often struggle to do.

"It’s getting himself in a position to make an accurate throw more consistently, whether he is retreating, climbing, progressing, or throwing the ball on time," Palmer said, referring to Underwood's passing accuracy.

Michigan enters the 2026 season with expectations of competing for a Big Ten title. If Underwood leaps as many expect, the Wolverines could find themselves back in the College Football Playoff conversation.

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