College football QB battles 2025: Bill Belichick tabs transfer Gio Lopez as North Carolina's starter
Our Summary
As the 2025 college football season kicks off, several high-profile programs have announced their starting quarterbacks:
-
North Carolina: Bill Belichick, in his first year as head coach, named transfer Gio Lopez as the starting quarterback over veteran Max Johnson. Lopez was a standout at South Alabama last season and will start against TCU.
-
Michigan: Freshman Bryce Underwood, the top recruit in the 2025 class, will start for the Wolverines. He won the position over veteran transfer Mikey Keene.
-
Notre Dame: Redshirt freshman CJ Carr has been named the starter. Carr, a top-50 prospect, will lead the team against Miami in the season opener.
-
Ohio State: Julian Sayin, a former five-star recruit, takes the helm for the Buckeyes, aiming to defend their national championship starting against Texas.
-
Alabama: Ty Simpson will lead the Crimson Tide after waiting his
Get NFL news that respects your time
Join 15,000+ fans who start their day informed in under 10 minutes.
Subscribe to The Daily HandoffStoryline
See how this story developed over time. Our AI tracks related coverage to show you the full context—from initial reports to latest updates.
Start your mornings informed
Everything important from the NFL, delivered daily at 8 AM ET. No ads. No clickbait. Just 2 minutes.
Monday Morning - Chiefs Trade + 4 More Stories
Good morning! Here's what matters in the NFL today:
🔥 Chiefs Trade for Elite Pass Rusher
Kansas City addresses defensive needs with blockbuster move. Why it matters: Changes playoff dynamics in AFC.
📊 BY THE NUMBERS
47% - Increase in Chiefs' pass rush win rate after trade
⏰ LOOKING AHEAD
Watch for Ravens' response at trade deadline tomorrow...
Continue reading for complete coverage...
What you get every morning
- All 32 teams covered
- 2-minute read guaranteed
- Human-verified news only
- Zero ads, zero tracking
More Stories Await
Dive deeper into NFL coverage and discover what makes The Daily Handoff different.