Kirk Herbstreit's Son Chase Commits to Michigan, Breaking Ohio State Tradition

The ESPN analyst and former Ohio State quarterback supports his son’s decision to join Michigan’s 2025 recruiting class, despite family ties to the Buckeyes.

Chase Herbstreit, a three-star quarterback from St. Xavier High School in Cincinnati, has committed to the University of Michigan for the 2025 season.
Chase is the youngest son of Kirk Herbstreit, a former Ohio State quarterback and prominent ESPN college football analyst.
The decision has stirred reactions among Ohio State fans, as Michigan is Ohio State’s historic rival in college football.
Chase joins Michigan's recruiting class alongside Bryce Underwood, the top quarterback prospect in the 2025 class, in head coach Sherrone Moore’s inaugural recruiting group.
Kirk Herbstreit expressed pride and support for his son’s choice, despite the familial and collegiate rivalry implications.

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