# Michigan Wolverines football offensive struggles > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20261030-michigan-wolverines-football-offensive-struggles > Updated: 2026-11-08T22:06:30.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 4. The Michigan Wolverines football team continues to face significant offensive difficulties during the 2026 season. Despite maintaining a top-tier defense, the offense has struggled with low rankings in passing, rushing, scoring, and red zone efficiency. Recent statistics show the unit ranking 130th out of 138 teams in yards per game, 127th in passing, and 119th in scoring. Specific issues cited include a regressed offensive line and a lack of a quarterback suited for offensive coordinator Jason Beck’s system. The decision to bench top recruit Bryce Underwood in favor of freshman quarterback Tommy Carr has also raised questions. Internal frustrations regarding personnel usage, such as the use of a sixth offensive lineman instead of tight ends, reportedly led to the suspension of Zach Marshall. Following a 13-6 loss to Indiana, the team suffered a 15-6 home loss to Michigan State, leaving them with a 5-4 record. During the Michigan State game, the offense produced only 192 total yards and four turnovers. Head coach Kyle Whittingham expressed frustration after the defeat, stating the team took “three steps back” and noting the need to address serious issues in the run and pass games. In response to the offensive struggles, Whittingham has fired offensive coordinator Jason Beck. Beck, who reportedly earned approximately $3 million per year, may trigger a buyout exceeding $10 million, including roughly $7 million in remaining salary and $3.1 million in retention bonuses. Jim Harding, the offensive line coach and assistant head coach, has been named interim offensive coordinator for the remainder of the season. Whittingham stated that a change in leadership was necessary to put players in the best position to succeed, though a permanent replacement will not be sought until 2027. ## Claims - Michigan fired offensive coordinator Jason Beck. (reported by 4 sources) - Bryce Underwood was benched in favor of Tommy Carr. (reported by 3 sources) - Jim Harding will serve as the interim offensive coordinator. (reported by 2 sources) - Jason Beck was the highest-paid offensive coordinator in football. (reported by 2 sources) - Michigan lost to Michigan State 15-6. (reported by 2 sources) - Jason Beck's buyout could be more than $9 million. (reported by 1 source) - Jason Beck's salary was $3 million per season. (reported by 1 source) - Michigan's passing offense ranked at the bottom of the Big Ten. (reported by 1 source) ## Timeline ### 2026-11-08: Michigan fires offensive coordinator Jason Beck Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham has fired offensive coordinator Jason Beck following a poor offensive season. Beck's buyout could exceed $10 million, the largest for a college assistant. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/michigan-fires-offensive-coordinator-jason-beck ### 2026-11-07: Michigan Wolverines suffer 15-6 loss to Michigan State Michigan football suffered an embarrassing 15-6 home loss to rival Michigan State, highlighting offensive struggles and ongoing quarterback uncertainty under coach Kyle Whittingham. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/michigan-football-faces-scrutiny-following-loss-to-michigan-state ### 2026-10-30: Michigan football offense faces scrutiny amid poor performance Michigan’s offense is struggling near the bottom of national rankings, leading to intense scrutiny of offensive coordinator Jason Beck and the team’s overall performance. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/michigan-football-offense-faces-scrutiny-amid-poor-performance ### 2026-10-27: Michigan football faces roster turnover and offensive struggles Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham expects 50 percent roster turnover by 2027 while maintaining support for offensive coordinator Jason Beck despite significant offensive struggles. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/michigan-football-faces-roster-turnover-and-offensive-struggles --- Cite as: Michigan Wolverines football offensive struggles. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/20261030-michigan-wolverines-football-offensive-struggles