BOOM WIRE: Four-Star Elite Safety 2026 Recruit Chaston Smith Chooses Michigan Over Notre Dame Flips Irrish Committed To Wolverines

BOOM WIRE: Four-Star Elite Safety Chaston Smith Flips from Notre Dame to Michigan

 

In a stunning recruiting shakeup, elite 2026 four-star safety **Chaston Smith** has officially flipped his commitment from **Notre Dame to Michigan**, delivering a massive win for Jim Harbaugh and the Wolverines. The highly coveted defensive back had previously pledged to the Fighting Irish but ultimately decided Ann Arbor was the better fit for his future.

 

Smith, a **6-foot-1, 190-pound playmaker**, is ranked among the top safeties in the nation and has been a priority target for both programs. Originally committed to Notre Dame, his recruitment remained hotly contested, with Michigan’s coaching staff refusing to back down in their pursuit. Their persistence paid off, as Smith announced his decision on social media, declaring, *”I’m home. Go Blue!”*

 

This flip is a **significant blow to Notre Dame**, which had counted on Smith as a cornerstone of its 2026 defensive class. Michigan, meanwhile, strengthens an already impressive recruiting haul as it continues to dominate on the trail following its **2023 national championship run**.

 

Smith’s decision likely stems from Michigan’s **strong defensive pedigree** under Harbaugh, which has consistently developed elite safeties and defensive backs for the NFL. The Wolverines’ recent success, including their dominance in the Big Ten and College Football Playoff, undoubtedly played a role in swaying the talented defender.

 

As a player, Smith is known for his **versatility, elite ball-hawking skills, and hard-hitting presence** in the secondary. His ability to cover ground quickly and anticipate plays makes him a perfect fit for Michigan’s aggressive defensive scheme. With his size, speed, and instincts, he has the tools to make an immediate impact when he arrives in Ann Arbor.

 

With this major recruiting win, Michigan continues to assert itself as a **national powerhouse**, proving once again that its momentum on and off the field is as strong as ever. For Notre Dame, the loss of Smith stings, but the Irish will have to regroup and find a way to recover from this high-profile decommitment.

 

For now, though, the Wolverines are celebrating, as **Chaston Smith is officially headed to the Maize and Blue**.

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