On Monday evening, the Michigan Wolverines landed a major commitment: 2026 four‑star defensive lineman Titan Davis from DeSmet Jesuit High School in St. Louis, Missouri. Standing at an imposing 6′4″ (or 6′5″) and weighing around 270 lbs, Davis chose Michigan over Alabama, USC, Penn State, Oregon and several other top-tier programs .
Davis’s recruitment journey was methodical and strategic. He received his Michigan offer in May 2024 and visited Ann Arbor three times—initially unofficially during the spring game in April, followed by official visits to Alabama (May 30), Penn State (June 6), USC (June 13), and finally Michigan from June 20–22 for the school’s “Victors Weekend” showcase . It was during that final weekend that Michigan’s staff, led by defensive line coach Lou Esposito, sealed the deal with a standout show of development opportunities and culture—elements that clearly resonated with Davis and his family .
On3.com ranks Davis as the No. 9 defensive lineman in the 2026 class (No. 104 overall), with an overall “Industry Rating” of 93.20 . 247Sports notes he tallied 46 tackles, 18 tackles for loss, and nine sacks as a junior in Missouri’s toughest Class 6A competition, showcasing both lateral quickness and power at the point of attack .
Scouts admire his frame, movement, and versatility. Andrew Ivins of 247Sports commented that Davis, a former high‑school quarterback turned defensive lineman, “flashes the ability to separate and bypass base blocks with his lateral agility… quick to unleash a bull‑rush, but can also rip his way around the corner and has the stride length to finish.” Ivins also noted his “prototypical frame” that could accommodate both odd‑ and even‑front systems at the next level .
This commitment adds significant depth to Michigan’s 2026 class, becoming their 13th overall and fourth on the defensive line alongside four‑star edge McHale Blade and interior lineman Alister Vallejo, plus three‑star edge Tariq Boney .
For Michigan, Davis represents a long‑term investment in defensive dominance—a player with pro-caliber traits who should contribute early and help maintain the program’s defensive standard. As Davis himself put it on X (formerly Twitter): “I’m home. #GoBlue” .
Davis’s decision over a powerhouse like Alabama marks a recruiting coup for Michigan, underscoring the appeal of their development pipeline and the strength of their defensive recruiting