The fate of J.J. McCarthy’s return to the Michigan Wolverines in 2024 remains uncertain.
It may depend on how Michigan finishes the season, but most people expect McCarthy to head off to the NFL.
If that happens, that will mean that Jim Harbaugh (if he stays) will have an enormous void at quarterback.
One potential answer is blue-chip QB Jadyn Davis, who just left Chip Kelly and UCLA to enter the transfer portal.
Davis is a familiar name to Michigan fans. He’s a former five-star recruit and Michigan native … Along with Miami, Ohio State and Oregon, Michigan is said to be more-than-interested in Moore.
NEWS: Miami, Michigan, Ohio State, and Oregon have emerged as contenders for UCLA transfer QB Dante Moore, @ChadSimmons_ reports👀
Intel: https://t.co/NNMEnlzpLI pic.twitter.com/kTfBsrtDv7
— On3 (@On3sports) December 6, 2023
On3 reports that Moore and Michigan have already been in contact and the mutual interest between the two sides is evident.
UCLA transfer Dante Moore and Michigan have been in touch since he entered the portal around 8:30 p.m. ET on Monday night, a source close to the quarterback tells @On3sports.
Finding a spot where he can be developed will be crucial, per source. https://t.co/q6M1WLj27T pic.twitter.com/10a1xvEBsQ
— Pete Nakos (@PeteNakos_) December 5, 2023
The impending decision by Moore adds an intriguing element to the quarterback dynamics, especially in conjunction with McCarthy, who’s expected to delay his decision until after the Wolverines Playoff run.
Notably, Moore’s football journey has strong ties to Michigan, having been coached in middle and high school by former Wolverine quarterback Devin Gardner.
5 ⭐️ QB Dante Moore has been in contact with #Michigan since entering the portal.
Dante Moore is a Detroit, Michigan native and many considered him to be all Maize & Blue for quite some time.
Development is crucial in his decision & JJ McCarthy’s has had a lot to do with his… pic.twitter.com/cmuRjglX6O
— College Football Report (@CFBRep) December 5, 2023
Where do you think Moore will land?
Assuming McCarthy leaves for the NFL, would Michigan be the best fit???