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.
Tommy Carr comes from a lineage with a strong history in the sport. (Getty Images via AFP) 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 establishing his name in college football, his family is already well known among Michigan fans. Both of his grandfathers played important roles in the Wolverines’ history, and their contributions have earned them places in the College Football Hall of Fame.
Tom Curtis’ legacy at Michigan Tom Curtis is the maternal grandfather of 19-year-old Michigan quarterback Tommy Carr, linking the freshman to one of the most notable figures in Wolverines football history.
Curtis made his mark on the Wolverines as a safety, earning All-American recognition during his playing career. He also set a program record with 25 interceptions, a mark that remains a notable part of Michigan’s defensive history.
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Curtis later carried his success into the NFL, where he played for the Ba
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