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Predicting where the remaining Notre Dame recruiting targets land ahead of the official visit season madness

Notre Dame football enters a make-or-break period for its 2027 recruiting class. Where will the top targets end up landing? Notre Dame football is set to kick off its official visits this weekend.

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Did Notre Dame Just Get Passed as the Most Hated CFB Team in 2026?

As the old saying goes, "They hate us, cuz they ain't us!" and that could certainly be applied to Notre Dame football. Now, you didn't hear that a whole

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 8

Notre Dame Football: 3 Transfer Adds with Chance to Shine Brightest in 2026

Following the disappointing end to the 2025 season that saw Notre Dame left out of the College Football Playoff, the Fighting Irish immediately chose to "keep the pain" and turn the page to 2026.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 8

The One Thing That Might Make Notre Dame Think About Joining a Conference

From now until August, when college football fall camps start up, the traditional and social media world will be full of discussions and debates ranging from the next College Football Playoff format to NIL legislation, and as always, Notre Dame's schedule, and whether or not it needs to be in a conference.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / CFB-HQ on SI / June 7

Historic College Football Powerhouse Lands Near Top of Most Hated Teams List

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish have long been one of the most hated teams in the sport. The thing is, they wouldn't have it any other way. The Fighting Irish come across as thinking they are better than you.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 7

Is James Franklin About to Get Revenge on Notre Dame and Marcus Freeman?

Any Notre Dame football fan, or Penn State fan for that matter, remembers the Orange Bowl thriller from January of 2025 that sent the Fighting Irish to the National Championship game.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 6

Notre Dame Comes Up Empty on SEC Bound Tight End Malik Howard

It seemed to be heading this way, but on Saturday morning, it became official for Notre Dame as tight end prospect Malik Howard made his commitment to Tennessee official.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 3

Notre Dame Quarterback Target Neimann Lawrence Announces Commitment Date

Notre Dame football has seen a steady rise in its quarterback talent in recent years, and is in the running for another big-time signal caller on the recruiting front.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 3

Notre Dame earns an official visit from an extremely underrated 2027 recruiting target for the Fighting Irish

There is a new safety target to keep a close eye on for Notre Dame. The Fighting Irish just took a strong step with the talented defender. Notre Dame football is on the cusp of landing another outstanding secondary haul in the 2027 recruiting class.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 3

Top Notre Dame quarterback recruiting target sets his commitment date – Where things stand for the Fighting Irish

Could Notre Dame be getting some more great recruiting news in a couple of weeks? Here is the latest on the 2028 quarterback push. Notre Dame football has recruited the quarterback position at an extremely high level under head coach Marcus Freeman.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 3

Why Pete Bevacqua Faces an Existential Challenge as Notre Dame AD

Notre Dame ADs have come and gone over the decades, each facing unique challenges given the time period in which they oversaw Irish athletics. Current AD, Pete Bevacqua, may be the one with the most pressure on him yet.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 2

Why Marcus Freeman Faces Unique Pressure Entering Notre Dame’s 2026 Season

Marcus Freeman finds himself in an interesting spot entering his fifth year as Notre Dame's head man. Title expectations in South Bend are no longer a nostalgic obligation with a nod to the past, but a modern reality.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 31

Notre Dame Football: 5 Things to Know for June 1, 2026

We've officially made it to June, which brings us that much closer to Notre Dame football kicking off for the 2026 season. Alright, it's still 97 days

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 31

What's Next if Notre Dame Misses on Top Tight End Target Malik Howard?

Notre Dame has a history as deep as nearly anyone when it comes to developing NFL caliber tight ends, but that hasn't always meant a whole lot while recruiting the 2027 class.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 31

Is the Big 12 Suddenly Becoming Notre Dame Football's Ally?

Notre Dame football's history against the Big 12 is as thin as its history with just about anything. Especially the current makeup of the Big 12. The last time Notre Dame played a regular-season game against a Big 12 opponent was back on Labor Day weekend of 2016, when it lost in overtime at Texas.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 31

A 24-Team CFP Comes With Downside, But Solves the Notre Dame Problem

The talk of the college football off-season thus far has largely been centered around the future of the CFP. Should the field stay as is at 12 or move to a 16 or 24-team model?

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 30

Notre Dame Chasing One of Its Best Defensive Line Recruiting Classes Ever

As we’re three months out from the season kickoff at Lambeau Field on Sept. 6, the emergence of Notre Dame as a recruiting monster under Marcus Freeman

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Pro Football Rumors / May 29

NFL interest in Marcus Freeman to continue

For two years now, Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman has been a major name of interest for NFL teams looking to hire a new head coach.

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / May 27

Notre Dame Football Receives Recruiting Help From 5-Star Defensive Lineman

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish made a big splash when landing defensive lineman David Folorunsho in the 2027 recruiting class. The five-star prospect, according to Rivals, committed to the Fighting Irish on May 15.

Marcus Freeman News / Yardbarker / May 26