Head Coach Sherrone Moore and running backs coach Tony Alford put all their eggs in the basket of five-star Savion Hiter, a Virginia-based running back who has been the top-rated running back in the 2026 class wire to wire.

From small-town roots to Michigan’s spotlight, Savion Hiter combines raw talent, relentless drive, and a story that’s only beginning to unfold. Check all about the player.

Ohio State has one running back commitment, four-star Favour Akih, in the class as it stands. And with momentum not on the Buckeyes’ side headed into Hiter’s decision, it certainly appears that Akih might be the only running back in coach Carlos Locklyn’s class.

The Ohio State Buckeyes lost out on Savion Hiter. That's not even the worst part.

Tennessee Receives Concerning Update on Nation’s No. 1 RB Before Commitment Decision originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Running back Savion Hiter out of Mineral, Virginia, has established himself as one of the most sought-after players in the 2026 recruiting class.