Top running back prospect Javian Osborne has chosen Notre Dame over Michigan, surprising some who wondered about his decision. Perhaps not why Osborne chose the Irish, but perhaps why he did not choose the Wolverines.

Notre Dame picked up a huge commitment when Forney (Texas) High School star Javian Osborne pledged to the Fighting Irish. Notre Dame was looking to make a big splash at running back and they did that by landing Osborne. IB Grade: 4.5 (Top 75 caliber prospect) Upside Grade: 5.0 (Top 25 caliber prospect)

Javian Osborne, ESPN's No. 6-ranked running back and its No. 81 prospect overall in the 2026 class, committed to Notre Dame on Saturday.