Michigan's starting quarterback situation for the 2013 season is set.

Devin Gardner will be in charge of the huddle, and he won't be looking over his shoulder.

But, with a season-ending knee injury to backup sophomore Russell Bellomy, the Wolverines are in need of backup depth at the quarterback position.

Michigan reportedly received interest from eventual West Virginia transfer Clint Trickett, and now, according to ESPN.com's Joe Schad, the Wolverines are ex-Arkansas quarterback Brandon Mitchell's short list.

Not only would Mitchell be able to help Michigan's quarterbacking depth -- but he's also able to catch passes.

"Former Arkansas quarterback Brandon Mitchell has added Michigan to his list of possible transfer choices," wrote Schad, citing a source. "The 6-foot-4, 239-pound Mitchell wants to play quarterback but if he were to go to Michigan he could be utilized as a multi-dimensional weapon because of the presence of quarterback Devin Gardner."

Mitchell opted to transfer from Arkansas earlier this week after new coach Bret Bielema reportedly suggested he try to play another position for the Razorbacks next season.

Mitchell will be a senior this season, and according to Schad, he's on track to graduate and be eligible to participate in the 2013 season.

A former three-star recruit, Mitchell was listed as an "athlete" by Rivals.com when he signed with Arkansas in 2009.

He's made three starts as a college player, and has also lined up at wide receiver -- catching 17 passes for 272 yards. He's also rushed for 75 yards and two touchdowns on 23 carries.

Schad reports Mitchell -- a Louisiana native -- is also considering N.C. State, UAB, Louisiana Tech and Northwestern State. He also reportedly would prefer to play quarterback.

Mitchell also served as a reserve guard on the Arkansas basketball team for two seasons.

After Bellomy suffered an ACL injury in the spring, Michigan coach Brady Hoke said the team was keeping its options open when it came to filling its backup quarterback void.

And he didn't shut the door on a potential graduate transfer situation.

Michigan's current backup quarterback situation will include incoming freshman Shane Morris, as well as walk-on redshirt freshman Brian Cleary and sophomore walk-on Alex Swieca. Cleary closed spring camp as Michigan's No. 2 quarterback.

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