Savion Hiter, the five-star running back from Mineral, Virginia, Louisa County, is set to announce his college choice today at 11:15 a.m. ET on a live YouTube stream. Hiter is widely regarded as the top-rated running back in the country and sits No. 8 overall in the latest rankings.
Schools in the mix: Michigan, Georgia, Ohio State and Tennessee are the programs under consideration as he makes his decision.
Why Michigan could land him
– Michigan has been a constant in Hiter’s recruitment, hosting him for multiple visits and bringing him back for an official during the summer.
– The Wolverines’ run-first offensive identity aligns with what Hiter has said he’s looking for, and Michigan has prioritized him above all others in this cycle.
– A strong relationship with running backs coach Tony Alford, who has known Hiter and his circle for years, could be a decisive factor.
Why Tennessee could win this
– Tennessee has surged in this recruitment, making a serious late push and hosting Hiter on the final official visit in June.
– The Volunteers have built a warm, homey sense for the Hiter family, with a path that’s convenient for a family living in Virginia to travel to Knoxville.
– Coach Josh Heupel and the Tennessee staff have connected well with Hiter, and the staff changes at the position haven’t cooled that relationship.
Best guess and expectations
– The announcer notes a preference to avoid predicting a winner, as Hiter’s family is private and keeps details close to the vest. Still, Michigan has been the steadying force throughout the process, and that consistency matters.
– Tennessee’s late surge makes the decision far from one-sided, and Georgia or Ohio State aren’t viewed as leading contenders at this stage—though nothing is ever completely off the table in a recruit of this magnitude.
What Hiter has hinted about each program
– Michigan: He sees himself fitting into a program known for producing running backs and values being a true priority for a program that has a recent track record of developing backs into pros.
– Georgia: The visit left a positive impression, particularly with staffers who made him feel valued.
– Ohio State: There’s a good connection with the new running backs coach, who had prior familiarity with him during previous stops.
– Tennessee: The ongoing relationship, the campus experience, and the coaches have all resonated, with a sense of family around the staff.
What this could mean for Michigan and the landscape
– If Michigan lands Hiter, it would bolster a ground game that’s been a focal point for the program and provide a major recruiting win that reinforces their stay-as-priority approach with top running backs.
– Tennessee’s chance to land a top-tier back would signal their continuing ascent in attracting blue-chip talent and would add another versatile back to their offense.
– The decision will shape this cycle’s running-back class and influence future recruiting chatter for all four programs.
Summary and outlook
Savion Hiter’s commitment decision today will have immediate implications for the recruiting race among Michigan, Georgia, Ohio State and Tennessee. Whichever program gains his pledge will add an elite back who aligns with a pro-style, run-focused scheme and a coaching staff that has built strong ties with his family. Expect lively reaction after the announcement as fans assess how this choice fits each program’s long-term plans.
Additional value for readers
– A quick explainer: Five-star backs like Hiter can dramatically impact a college program’s in-state and regional recruiting momentum, as well as depth at a crucial position for win-now rosters.
– If you’re watching live, look for the program that secures early carries in the backfield and how they document Hiter’s role in their offensive identity moving forward.
Note: The article reflects the information leading up to the decision time and does not assume the outcome.