The 5-foot-11, 200-pound Hiter, from Louisa County High in Mineral, Va., is rated the nation’s No. 1 running back in the 247Sports composite rankings. He’s also ranked the No. 9 player overall.

The No. 9 overall prospect chose the Wolverines over Tennessee, Ohio State and Georgia, becoming Michigan's highest-ranked commit in the current recruiting 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.