The 18th-ranked Wolverines will debut Orji at quarterback this Saturday, when they kick off Big Ten play against No. 11 USC (3:30 p.m., CBS). On the latest episode of the “Wolverine Confidential” podcast, MLive’s Aaron McMann, Ryan Zuke and Andrew Kahn discuss the change that was made, Orji’s strengths and how the Michigan offense must change.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the USC Trojans vs. Michigan Wolverines NCAAF game to be played on September 21, 2024 on ESPN.

Orji, who has thrown seven passes in his collegiate career, will make his first start on Saturday against USC.

In the three years since Alex Orji arrived at Michigan, he has developed into one of the most respected players on roster. Now, the dual-threat QB will have his chance to shine on a national stage.

While Michigan’s change at quarterback was a move that many expected, the formal announcement caught some on the team by surprise. Players were left in the dark ahead of head coach Sherrone Moore’s public declaration Monday that Alex Orji would take the reins and start Saturday’s Big Ten opener vs.

Hail Yes! hosts Tony Garcia and Rainer Sabin discuss what the Michigan football offense will look like with Alex Orji now at the helm.