ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan football has worked its way through three quarterbacks thus far through seven games this season, and none have proven to be a high-caliber option at this point. But the Wolverines do have a signal caller waiting in the wings in true freshman Jadyn Davis.
At the time of his commitment to Michigan, Davis was rated a five-star, and the second-best QB in the 2024 class. However, as the recruiting cycle progressed, he dropped in the rankings, but still ranked relatively high as the No. 112 player in the country, according to the 247Sports Composite.
Even as Michigan searches for answers, it’s unlikely that Davis will become the starter at any point this season. But Moore says he likes the true freshman’s trajectory, noting what he has to do in order to see the field sooner than later.
“Just continue to learn to learn the system, learn the playbook, which I think he has done a good job of,” Moore said. “And continue to improve his strength and his things in his toolbox. So he’s definitely continued to progress”
Davis arrived in Ann Arbor in December and got an opportunity to get some practices in as the Wolverines prepared to face Alabama and Washington in the College Football Playoff and national championship game. So, where has Moore seen him progress the most?
“Just probably progression and knowledge of — not only the system, but just football in general,” Moore said. “When you’re in high school, you do limited things. You’re limited in what you do. And he’s definitely taking steps to put himself in a good position.”
In 2023, as a high school senior at Charlotte (N.C.) Providence Day, Davis went 204-for-288 (70.8%) for 3,370 yards, 43 touchdowns and nine interceptions. He also rushed for three touchdowns. His numbers were similar in his junior campaign, when he went 221-for-305 (72.5%) for 3,425 yards, 43 touchdowns, and six interceptions.
With five regular season games left, Davis could play in four of the upcoming matchups and still retain his redshirt as he has yet to make an appearance this season. However, he did travel to Washington along with Alex Orji, Jack Tuttle, and Davis Warren.