ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- The expectations all preseason were that Alex Orji would be Michigan football's starting quarterback in 2024. However, when he finally got that opportunity, it didn't look much ...

In the three years since Alex Orji arrived at Michigan, he has developed into one of the most respected players on roster. Now, the dual-threat QB will have his chance to shine on a national stage.

In the three years since Alex Orji arrived at Michigan, he has developed into one of the most respected players on roster. Now, the dual-threat QB will have his chance to shine on a national stage.

Michigan quarterback Alex Orji runs the ball in the second quarter of the College Football Playoff national championship game against Washington at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Monday, Jan. 8 ...

But Orji had shown little as a passer at the college level, completing a 5-yard throw during his only attempt, in a 2022 rout of UConn. Understandably, Orji has faced questions about his ability ...

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — From the moment Alex Orji bounded down the Lloyd Carr Tunnel on Saturday, launching himself into the coolness and crispness of a chilly April morning at Michigan Stadium, the ...

Sep 7, 2024; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines quarterback Alex Orji (10) rushes against the Texas Longhorns at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images / Rick ...

At the same time, some 1,500 miles away, Alex Orji was playing safety at Bishop Dunne Catholic School in Dallas, Texas. Orji, one year younger than Warren, spent only one season with Bishop Dunne — ...

Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore, right, talks to quarterback Alex Orji (10) and running back Kalel Mullings (20) after 27-24 win over USC at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 21 ...

He handed the job to junior Alex Orji, a 6-foot-3, 235-pound mobile threat, and gave him some simple instructions. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

In the three years since Alex Orji arrived at Michigan, he has developed into one of the most respected players on roster. Now, the dual-threat QB will have his chance to shine on a national stage.