Former Michigan quarterback Tom Brady helped the Wolverines land a commitment from No. 1 recruit Bryce Underwood

A shadow figure who helped Michigan secure its quarterback of the future was actually a legendary QB from the Wolverines' past. During the final stretch of Michigan's aggressive, months-long push to land No.

Michigan's pursuit of five-star Belleville (Mich.) quarterback Bryce Underwood was an undertaking that included the Wolverines' coaching staff, financial backers and, as it turns out, famous alumni.