Michigan’s football program received a commitment Tuesday from five-star running back Savion Hiter out of Louisa County High in Virginia. Here’s what his verbal pledge means for the Wolverines: - For the second straight cycle,

Five-star running back Savion Hiter, the No. 1 running back in the 2026 class, committed to Michigan football. Hiter chose the Wolverines over Tennessee, Ohio State, and Georgia. The announcement sparked widespread reactions on social media from sports figures and fans.

Savion Hiter made his highly anticipated decision on Tuesday. The five-star recruit is the No. 9 overall prospect and top-ranked running back from the class of 2026, per 247Sports. Hiter narrowed down his finalists to Michigan,