Bryce Underwood surprised by Kyle Whittingham’s comments on job security: ‘I didn’t see that’

Following a lackluster performance in a wild 13-12 win over Western Michigan, Bryce Underwood's place atop Michigan's quarterback depth chart isn't a certainty. Coach Kyle Whittingham said as much at his Monday press conference, but it was apparently news to Underwood himself.

Underwood took the podium just days before a major showdown against No. 11 Oklahoma in Ann Arbor, and he was asked about Whittingham's comments. Clearly taken aback, Underwood didn't seem aware that his place on the depth chart was in question at all.

"There was comments about that?" Underwood said. "That's cool. I didn't see that."

Pressed for his reaction, Underwood tried to downplay the situation again.

Oh my.Bryce Underwood looks thrilled after learning of Kyle Whittingham's words about QB1 … pic.twitter.com/0tcA9utmB2

In the Wolverines' season-opener, Underwood displayed many of the same issues that plagued him as a freshman last season. He completed just 54.5 percent of his passes for 170 yards, one touchdown and one interception. Much of that production came in the form of a 47-yard Hail Mary on the final play of the game.

Underwood also turned the ball over twice, and both missteps resulted in points for Western Michigan. That prompted questions about Underwood's…

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