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One thing Michigan fans might not have known about Savion Hiter's commitment

The Wolverines got one of the best players in the 2026 cycle -- one of the best ever to commit to Michigan.
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Michigan got its big fish in the 2025 recruiting cycle when the top-ranked player, QB Bryce Underwood, flipped from LSU to sign with the Wolverines. And in the 2026 cycle -- Michigan landed yet another big fish.

While RB Savion Hiter isn't the top-ranked player in the '26 class, he's towards the top. According to 247Sports' Composite, Hiter is the No. 9 player in the country and the top-rated running back. The Mineral (VA) prospect has yet to sign with Michigan, which will come in December more than likely, but his commitment to the Wolverines over Ohio State, Tennessee, and Georgia spells nothing but good things for Sherrone Moore and Co.

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I want to emphasize that Hiter isn't a signee -- yet. But assuming Michigan keeps in the fold and he does indeed sign with the Wolverines, he will go down as the highest-rated running back to sign with Michigan in the modern era.

Most Michigan fans likely remember -- or don't because of the lack of playing time -- RB Kelly Baraka who was the No. 12 player in his recruiting class. The Wolverines had a few more up there. Kevin Grady joined Michigan as the 21st-ranked player, and Derrick Green signed with the Wolverines as the No. 27 player in his class.

With Hiter in the fold, Michigan's run game isn't going anywhere. In fact, the Wolverines could have three RBs vying for significant playing time next season. If Justice Haynes stays for a senior season, the Wolverines will have Haynes, Jordan Marshall, and Hiter in 2026. But that's a good problem the Wolverines can look forward to having a year from now.

In the meantime, Michigan fans can remain excited for the trajectory of the program.

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Trent Knoop
TRENT KNOOP

Trent began writing and covering Michigan athletics back in 2020. He became a credentialed member of the media in 2021. Trent began writing with Sports Illustrated in 2023 and became the Managing Editor for Michigan Wolverines On SI during the 2025 football season. Trent also serves as the Publisher of Baylor Bears on SI. His other bylines have appeared on Maryland on SI, Wisconsin on SI, and across the USA TODAY Sports network. Trent’s love of sports and being able to tell stories to fans is what made him get into writing.

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