Rivals’ No. 8 DL Xavier Muhammad commits to Michigan

South Houston four-star defensive lineman Xavier Muhammad has committed to Michigan, according to Rivals’ Hayes Fawcett.

He chose the Wolverines over Notre Dame, Houston, Miami, TCU and plenty other Power Four offers.

Muhammad is the No. 102 overall prospect and No. 10 DL in the 2027 cycle, according to the Rivals Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all major recruiting media companies. He’s also the No. 12 player in Texas.

The 6-foot-3, 265-pounder made his first trip to Ann Arbor last month and the Big Ten program instantly shot up his list. It has now landed his pledge not long after issuing an offer. Muhammad is the fourth blue-chip prospect to choose U-M this month.

“The college town atmosphere with the student body, the coaching staff, and the interaction with the players really stood out. Also, the resources that are available to help you achieve on and off the field,” Muhammad told Rivals’ Steve Wiltfong after his April trip.

Wolverines’ new regime is rolling

Now led by Kyle Whittingham, the new U-M staff is on a recruiting heater this month and has quickly built a staunch base for its 2027 class, which now ranks No. 12 nationally, according to the Rivals Industry Team Recruiting Rankings.

On Wednesday, Chicago Mount Carmel four-star wide receiver Quentin Burrell pledged to the Maize and Blue live on the Rivals YouTube channel. He’s the No. 85 overall prospect and No. 16 receiver in the nation.