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Four‑star offensive tackle Layton von Brandt, once pledged to Penn State, is set to reveal his final decision among Penn State, Notre Dame, Florida and Auburn, with visits already scheduled.
Coach Marcus Freeman is reshaping Notre Dame's recruiting narrative, proving that elite athletes can thrive within the school's rigorous academic environment while delivering top‑ranked classes.
David Folorunsho, a 5-star defensive lineman from St. Patrick High School, pledged to Notre Dame, becoming the first commitment from Illinois and the 17th overall for the class.
Notre Dame has secured a top defensive tackle for its 2027 recruiting class, while the staff eyes several high‑profile prospects including Julius Jones Jr., Jackson Vaughn, Layton von Brandt, Abraham Sesay and Jack McNamara.
David Folorunsho, a 6‑foot‑3, 285‑pound defensive standout from St. Patrick High School, announced his pledge to Notre Dame’s 2027 class, making him the first Illinois prospect to do so and highlighting the Irish’s continued dominance in elite recruiting.
Notre Dame’s 2027 football recruiting class has added David Folorunsho, a 4‑star defensive lineman ranked No. 43 nationally, edging out Miami, Georgia and Texas Tech. The commitment brings the Irish to six top‑100 prospects and 17 total pledges under head coach Marcus Freeman.
David Folorunsho, a five‑star defensive lineman from Chicago St. Patrick, announced his commitment to Notre Dame, choosing the Fighting Irish over a final list that included Miami, Texas Tech, Georgia and Michigan.
Recent commitments from elite prospects signal a turning point for the program under Whittingham's leadership.
A proposed 24‑team playoff would grant more schools postseason access, but financial motives may undermine the regular season's significance, as evidenced by Notre Dame's near‑miss in 2022.
Xavier Muhammad, a top defensive prospect from Houston, announced his pledge to the Wolverines, joining a surge of commitments that lifts Michigan to No. 12 nationally.
With David Folorunsho and Segun Alexander high on the radar, the Fighting Irish are shaping a defensive line that could define the next era of Notre Dame football.
Four-star wide receiver Quentin Burrell chose the University of Michigan over Arizona State, Missouri and Notre Dame, citing family ties and a strong coaching connection.
Jackson Hill, a 6‑6.5, 300‑pound offensive lineman from Chaminade, announced his commitment to Notre Dame, ending a brief stint with UCLA.
Bob Belden, a Hall of Fame athlete and community pillar in Canton, Ohio, died at 78. His career spanned national championship glory, Super Bowl competition, and decades of leadership in the brick manufacturing industry.
From LSU’s clash with Ole Miss to Texas A&M’s showdown with Texas, ESPN’s list highlights the most anticipated revenge games of the upcoming college football season.
Notre Dame secures elite 2027 offensive tackle Oluwasemilore Olubobola as head coach Marcus Freeman anticipates more commitments, highlighting a recruiting surge that could reshape the Fighting Irish roster.
Historic rivalries such as Notre Dame‑USC and Florida‑Florida State are losing luster as realignment reshapes the college football landscape.
A cascade of elite pledges reshapes the 2027 college football recruiting landscape, elevating programs and redefining early rankings.
Olu Olubobola, a five-star offensive tackle ranked No. 3 at his position and No. 25 overall in the 2027 class, chose Notre Dame over five other finalists, boosting the Fighting Irish's class to eighth nationally and influencing the broader recruiting picture.
The historic USC-Notre Dame college football rivalry ended in 2026, but renewed negotiations hint at a possible return in 2030, driven by scheduling challenges and playoff ambitions.
Notre Dame is poised to land commitments from Oluwasemilore Olubobola and David Folorunsho, both five‑star talents, while the program reflects on a missed opportunity with Wagner.
A 0-2 start gave way to ten consecutive victories, a Heisman nod for Jeremiyah Love, and a quarterback of the future in CJ Carr, yet the Irish were edged out by Miami for the final playoff spot.