VIDEO: Social Media Is Going Crazy Over Michigan’s “Freak” QB Alex Orji, Who Was Picking Up Popcorn Kernels While Doing Pistol Squats On A Wobbly Block

This is wildly impressive

— Brian Davidson (@BrianDavidson15) August 7, 2024

Can definitely be a RB or OLB if it doesn’t work out at QB

— David (@D_Ellison) August 7, 2024

Can’t put into words how difficult this is

— BongoBlue2 (@Blue2Bongo) August 6, 2024

A lot of first string keyboard warriors pretending they can do continuous pistol squats on a moving block will picking up things lol

— Michael (@RGBombarda) August 8, 2024

That takes some serious core/hip/knee stability and mobility while also showcasing tremendous quad strength. Oh yeah, some flexible hammy’s too

— brian twining (@Brian_Twining) August 7, 2024

The Wolverines will look a lot different in 2024, and not just with Alex Orji potentially replacing JJ McCarthy as the starting quarterback. Head coach Jim Harbaugh left the program after nine years to accept the Los Angeles Chargers’ HC vacancy.

Other core players from the 2023 national championship-winning team that were drafted in the NFL include defensive tackle Kris Jenkins (drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals), cornerback Mike Sainristil (Washington Commanders), linebacker Junior Colson (Chargers), running back Blake Corum (Los Angeles Rams) and wide receiver Roman Wilson (Pittsburgh Steelers).

Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore has not provided a timeline for announcing his quarterback decision. The defending national champions begin their 2024 season on Aug. 31 at home against the Fresno State Bulldogs.

Alex Orji Has Seen Limited Playing Time In NCAA

Through his first two seasons at Michigan, Orji has completed one pass attempt (in 2022) while carrying the ball 21 times. He has rushed for 123 yards and three total touchdowns, displaying his ability to flourish as a dual-threat QB.

McCarthy (drafted 10th overall by the Minnesota Vikings) flourished in a game manager role at Michigan. We’ll see if Michigan’s next starting QB can take the offense to a new level in 2024.