Notre Dame Fighting Irish: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Notre Dame Recruiting Target Osani Gayles Announces College Commitment

Notre Dame has been as hot as any team on the recruiting trail this June, moving up to No. 2 in the national team rankings for the 2027 cycle. Despite that, it doesn't mean that Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame are landing commitments from all of its targets.

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The Insane Numbers Behind Notre Dame's Latest Five-Star, Albert Simien

Notre Dame football has been on a recruiting tear of late. That heater only got hotter on Friday when five-star offensive guard Albert Simien of Lake Charles (Sam Houston), Louisiana, announced his commitment.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 28

Notre Dame Football Recruiting Update Entering July

As the calendar soon flips to July and the official second half of 2026 nears, it's a good time to look at where Notre Dame football stands in the recruiting world, after the white-hot run it has been on.

Wrestling News / CFB-HQ on SI / June 27

College Football's No. 2 IOL Makes Decision That Shakes Up Three College Football Programs

One of the last uncommitted five-star prospects in the class of 2027 made his college decision on Friday. Interior offensive lineman Albert Simien announced his commitment to Notre Dame, choosing the Fighting Irish over LSU, Texas A&M and Nebraska.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 27

Where Do Notre Dame and Its Top Players Rank in EA Sports College Football 27?

The EA Sports College Football 2027 video game doesn't come out till Thursday, but the team and player ratings were released on Thursday, and as expected, multiple Notre Dame players were ranked amongst the best in the game.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 26

Social Media Erupts as Notre Dame Lands Five-Star, Albert Simien

Notre Dame football's recruiting heater somehow managed to get hotter on Friday as five-star interior offensive lineman Albert Simien announced his commitment to the Fighting Irish.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ESPN / June 26

Notre Dame keeps momentum, lands 4-star OL

Notre Dame continued its recruiting surge Friday with a commitment from four-star prospect Albert Simien, the top-ranked offensive guard in the 2027 class.

Marcus Freeman News / Viral Sports News / June 26

Marcus Freeman Delivers Massive Recruiting Win for Notre Dame

Trey Tagliaferri has emerged as one of the premier quarterback prospects in the 2028 recruiting cycle, drawing significant attention from college football’s most competitive programs.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / June 25

Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame land elite QB recruit in massive win

Trey Tagliaferri is one of the top quarterbacks in the 2028 class.

Former Notre Dame, LSU HC Brian Kelly to call college football games in 2026

The 'College nicknames that don't end in s' quiz

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 25

Predicting the next five Notre Dame commitments after the Fighting Irish landed 2028 signal caller Trey Tagliaferri

Who will be the next five commitments for Notre Dame following the Fighting Irish landing 2028 signal caller Trey Tagliaferri? Notre Dame football landed an intriguing addition on Thursday from 2028 quarterback Trey Tagliaferri.

Leonard Moore News / Yardbarker / June 25

Notre Dame has 'the ultimate shutdown guy' in Leonard Moore

There's just something about a shutdown corner, especially at the college level.

Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame land elite QB recruit in massive win

Former Notre Dame, LSU HC Brian Kelly to call college football games in 2026

The 'College nicknames that don't end in s' quiz

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 25

Recruiting expert continues to favor Notre Dame for two priority targets with sights on an elite 2027 Fighting Irish class

Notre Dame football appears to be the favorite for two top Chicagoland recruiting targets. The Fighting Irish need to close strong. Notre Dame football and head coach Marcus Freeman continue to trend in a great direction with two priority 2027 recruiting targets from the Chicago area.

College Football News / Yardbarker / June 25

Former LSU HC Brian Kelly lands new job before CFB season

Former Notre Dame, LSU HC Brian Kelly to call college football games in 2026

Brian Kelly is headed to the broadcasting booth.

Brendan Sorsby gets more bad news after supplemental draft decision

Kirby Smart is still the top SEC coach despite rough CFP appearances

Ohio State star is top player in 'College Football 27,' but won't be No. 1 draft pick

Mario Cristobal, Miami land two elite recruits minutes apart

Pete Golding, Ole Miss continue to clean up on in-state recruiting trail

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 24

Is Notre Dame Stadium Really a 'Tough Place to Play'?

Notre Dame football is synonous with winning at a high level, but how much of a home field advantage do the Fighting Irish really have when they play in South Bend?

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / June 24

5 Greatest Running Backs in Notre Dame Football History

Unlike our other lists of Notre Dame greats, our ranking of the top five running backs in Fighting Irish history features a more contemporary feel. Sort of.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / June 24

5 Greatest Quarterbacks in Notre Dame Football History

The top 10 passers in Notre Dame history have all played since 1983. The top four have played since 2003. You won’t find a single one of them on this list.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 24

Predicting where Notre Dame’s top remaining recruiting targets land as the 2027 class begins to solidify

Where do things stand with the remaining Notre Dame 2027 recruiting targets? Here is the latest intel to know moving forward. Notre Dame football and head coach Marcus Freeman are on the verge of completing one of the program’s best recruiting classes in recent history.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 24

Things Looking Good for Notre Dame Regarding Mega-Recruit Albert Simien

Notre Dame has been hot on the recruiting trail this week, landing star wide receiver Julius Jones, Jr. and another terrorizing defensive lineman in Segun Alexander, who committed Tuesday.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 24

The Big Game Narrative Around Notre Dame Football Is Dead

For the last 25 or so years, there has been a consistent theme for Notre Dame when facing off against the best teams in the biggest of games. The Irish always entered these moments with a talent deficit compared to the opponent.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 24

Notre Dame sleeper players who could determine whether the Fighting Irish win a National Championship in 2026

Several Notre Dame sleeper players could be the difference during the team’s quest for a national championship. Notre Dame football enters the 2026 college football season with championship expectations squarely on the shoulders of head coach Marcus Freeman and the Fighting Irish.

Four-star DL Segun Alexander commits to Notre Dame over Clemson, Texas A&M

Marcus Freeman and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish have been racking up some big-time recruiting wins this spring, and the commitment of Alexander is absolutely one of them.

Notre Dame lands pair of four-star commitments from legacy recruits Julius, Andre Jones

Texas A&M beats out Notre Dame for five-star LB Kaden Henderson

The 'College football color teams' quiz

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 23