Savion Hiter is one of the highest-rated recruits to ever commit to Michigan. Per 247Sports’ database, he’s the ninth-highest, with fellow incoming freshman Carter Meadows as No. 7 on the list. However, running back can be an incredibly difficult position to adjust to at the collegiate level.
Today, we’re going to examine how fellow five-star running backs have produced as a freshman at their respective schools in order to give some historical precedent on what to expect from Hiter this year. For clarity, the list below contains every five-star running back according to 247Sports composite over the previous five seasons. All stats mentioned are solely from the player’s freshman season.
Class of 2025: Harlem Berry (LSU)…