CINCINNATI, OHIO — Monsanna Torbert committed to Michigan on July 1, 2026. He chose Michigan over Ohio State and Louisville after previously giving a verbal commitment to Indiana.

Torbert, a cornerback from Cincinnati (Ohio) Taft High School, is ranked as a four-star recruit. Rivals300 ranks Torbert as the No. 10 cornerback nationally and the No. 70 prospect overall. He is part of Michigan's 2027 recruiting class.

Torbert cited the coaching staff as a factor in his decision. "The new defensive staff. Defensive guru, the DC Coach Jay Hill. Michigan is a powerhouse, they're always good," Torbert said. "The DC/corners coach I have a great relationship with him. Then you have a Cincinnati coach over there in Coach (Kerry) Coombs. Michigan it's a defensive powerhouse. If you want to be a great defensive player on the next level Michigan is a great spot." Jay Hill is the defensive coordinator at Michigan, and Kerry Coombs is also a coach at the university.

Charles Power, Rivals' Director of Scouting, provided an assessment of Torbert. "Athletic two-way playmaker with high level instincts that project well as a defensive back," Power said. "Measured at around 5-foot-10, 165 pounds prior to his senior season. Has good length for his size, with arms that measure 31.5 inches. Tests as a plus athlete in the combine setting with some of the best vertical jump numbers in the cycle. Has good top end speed in the combine setting along with showing the ability to crack 11.0 seconds in the 100 meters on the track. Operates as a dual threat quarterback and safety for his high school team. Shows range and instincts in coverage. Jumps passes and has outstanding play speed when taking interceptions the other way. Has fared well as a corner in the camp setting. Shows quick feet and is able to react and flip his hips off the line of scrimmage. Has the long speed to stay in-phase on vertical routes. Does a nice job turning to locate the football. Also an active and willing run defender. Tallied 40 tackles, three interceptions (two pick sixes) along with 2,241 yards and 30 touchdowns on offense as a junior. A bit undersized for the position and will need to continue adding mass to his frame while also honing his technique. Has intriguing upside given his level of skill despite the lack of experience working as a pure corner. Has the ability to be an impact player at multiple spots in the secondary with the upside to develop into a NFL Draft pick."