Fans criticize Savion Hiter after poor performance against Minnesota
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 7:12 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Michigan running back Savion Hiter, a five-star recruit, faced backlash from fans during the game against Minnesota on October 3, 2026. Hiter struggled, gaining only six yards on four carries, contributing to Michigan's disappointing 48 rushing yards through three quarters. As the Wolverines trailed by six points entering the fourth quarter, fans expressed frustration on social media, calling for Hiter to be benched. Despite a strong start to his freshman season, where Hiter had accumulated 136 rushing yards in previous games, this performance raises concerns as Michigan seeks to turn the game around.
- •Hiter has gained just six yards on four carries against Minnesota.
- •Michigan has only rushed for 48 yards through three quarters.
- •The Wolverines trail Minnesota by six points entering the fourth quarter.
- •Fans are calling for Hiter to be benched due to his performance.
- •Hiter previously had 136 rushing yards in his first four games.
- 7:12 AMYahoo Sports — “Put Savion Hiter on the Bench”: Fans Not Happy As 5-Star Recruit Puts Up Single Digit Yards vs Minnesota
"Michigan fans held high expectations for running back Savion Hiter, a five-star recruit who entered as a freshman. Fans were disappointed with his performance in Saturday’s matchup against the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
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