Carr leads Michigan past Penn State after halftime change

Michigan replaced starting quarterback Bryce Underwood with freshman Tommy Carr at halftime against Penn State on Saturday, and Carr helped lead the Wolverines to a 21-18 victory after they trailed 3-0 at the break. Coach Kyle Whittingham made the change after Underwood completed 5 of 11 passes for 43 yards and threw two interceptions in the first half. Michigan managed 80 total yards before halftime, with its first five drives ending in three punts and two interceptions, according to game accounts. Carr took over to begin the second half. He completed 5 of 7 passes for 47 yards and scored a rushing touchdown, while Michigan produced three second-half touchdowns. Running backs Bryson Kuzdzal and Jordan Marshall also scored for the Wolverines. Michigan took the lead in the third quarter with touchdown runs by Kuzdzal and Marshall, both following interceptions by the defense. Penn State narrowed the margin to 14-11 in the fourth quarter, but Carr’s 12-yard touchdown run late in the game put Michigan ahead 21-11. Penn State scored again to make it 21-18 with 1:11 remaining. Michigan recovered the ensuing onside kick and ran out the clock to secure the win. The substitution...