
Badgers Set for High‑Stakes Season Opener Against No. 5 Notre Dame at Lambeau Field
Wisconsin football opens its 2026 season against top‑ranked Notre Dame at Lambeau Field on September 6, kicking off a weekend of fan celebrations in Green Bay
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Wisconsin football opens its 2026 season against top‑ranked Notre Dame at Lambeau Field on September 6, kicking off a weekend of fan celebrations in Green Bay
A select group of college quarterbacks is emerging as the most talented class in recent memory, drawing attention from analysts, fans and NFL scouts alike.

Tommy Carr, a true freshman quarterback for the Michigan Wolverines, is already drawing attention as he prepares for his first season in Ann Arbor. The youngster carries a distinctive pedigree: he is the grandson of Lloyd Carr, who guided Michigan to a national championship in 1997, and the older brother of CJ Carr, a standout quarterback at Notre Dame. Recruited as a four‑star prospect from Saline High School, Carr initially pledged to Miami (Oh.) before flipping his commitment to Michigan in November 2025, choosing to enroll early and join spring practices. During the spring game he displayed a dual‑threat skill set, throwing for 143 yards while adding 59 on the ground, numbers that have impressed coaches and teammates alike. Head coach Kyle Whittingham has publicly praised Carr’s confidence and leadership, noting that the freshman’s ability to read defenses and manage the huddle sets him apart, even as he continues to add muscle and refine his frame. With Bryce Underwood slated as the starter, Carr’s primary competition comes from transfer Brayden Fowler‑Nicolosi, but the coaching staff sees Carr as a potential game‑changer who could see meaningful snaps and eventually push Underwood for the starting role.

From Michigan’s quarterback dilemma to Oregon’s quest for a signature win, the network’s expert outlines the challenges and opportunities facing the nation’s elite programs.

Fox Sports' latest 2026 college football rankings place Big Ten powerhouses at the summit, with Indiana, Ohio State and Oregon among the elite, while new storylines emerge around quarterbacks and coaching changes

Early projections point to a handful of programs with the talent, depth and favorable slates to contend for the 2026 playoff, while a few traditional powerhouses face pivotal questions heading into the season.

A 0-2 start gave way to ten consecutive victories, a Heisman nod for Jeremiyah Love, and a quarterback of the future in CJ Carr, yet the Irish were edged out by Miami for the final playoff spot.