Former Fresno State quarterback Mikey Keene has transferred to Michigan and is eyeing the starting job in 2025 while Bryce Underwood is in development.
The big picture: Keene, who previously played at UCF, earned All-Mountain West Honorable Mention in the past two seasons with impressive career stats of over 8,000 yards passing and 65 touchdowns in 39 games.
- In his two years at Fresno State, Keene completed 68.7% of his passes for 5,868 yards and 42 touchdowns.
- Keene played against Michigan for Fresno State this season, where he completed 22 of 36 passes for 235 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions.
What we’re watching: With one year of eligibility left, Keene serves as a valuable addition to the Michigan team, providing stability as a stopgap until top recruit Bryce Underwood is ready.
- Michigan will likely aim to develop Underwood under Keene or another quarterback while addressing their passing game struggles from the previous season under new offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey.
- The Wolverines had one of the weakest passing offenses in the nation in their first season under coach Sherrone Moore, ranking 130th in passing offense nationally.
- Key quarterbacks on the Michigan roster include Davis Warren as the primary starter, with Jayden Denegal and Jadyn Davis as backups, following the transfer of Alex Orji and the ineligibility of Jack Tuttle.
