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Notre Dame football is predicted to land a 5-star recruiting target ahead of a couple of very important dates to know

Notre Dame football has been predicted to land a 5-star defender. It would be a huge win for the Fighting Irish staff against some elite suitors. Notre Dame football just put together a tremendous official visitor weekend.

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Predicting Notre Dame’s 2027 defensive recruiting class, coming off a pivotal official visit that featured multiple elite targets

Notre Dame looks poised for an elite defensive haul in the 2027 recruiting class. What will the group look like when all is said and done? Notre Dame football is coming off its first official visit weekend of the offseason.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 15

Why Notre Dame's First Six Games Could Define the 2026 Season

Notre Dame's 2026 schedule has been one of the most talked-about items in college football this offseason. It is, in fact, "lighter" than what typical Irish schedules look like, and that has drawn the ire of college football followers who'd like to force Notre Dame into a conference.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 15

Latest Notre Dame recruiting intel following a pivotal OV weekend that featured elite 2027 Fighting Irish targets

Notre Dame football just finished up a pivotal official visitor weekend. Where does the Fighting Irish stand with several top 2027 recruits? Notre Dame football kicked off a massive month of June with its first official visit weekend of the offseason.

Brian Kelly News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 15

Brian Kelly Won't Get Another Job Like Notre Dame, But These 5 Destinations Make Sense

I don't think that we've seen the last of Brian Kelly in college football. That's not in reference to his 2026 role as an unpaid consultant at Memphis, who has hosted the likes of fellow former Power Conference coaches like Jimbo Fisher and Charlie Strong.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 14

The Notre Dame Linebacker Recruiting Carousel is One Incredible Ride

A quick glance at Notre Dame football's 2027 recruiting class would indicate everything is smooth sailing. From afar, Notre Dame looks like every duck is in a row as it has 18 commitments this cycle, a pair of five-star talents (according to 247Sports), and a top-five class nationally.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 12

Notre Dame Suddenly Very Much Alive in Pursuit of Five-Star Linebacker

If you've followed recruiting closely with the 2027 cycle, you're aware that Notre Dame has one of the most impressive classes nationally. That doesn't mean there isn't work still left to do, specifically at linebacker, as the Fighting Irish have just one commitment at the position.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 11

Notre Dame Beats Out Tennessee for Five-Star Recruit...Well, Sort of

Notre Dame landed it's first commitment in the 2028 recruiting class on Wednesday when Owen Davies announced he would be play football in South Bend. "Who?" you may be asking.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / A to Z Sports / June 11

The latest Notre Dame football news makes the margin for error extremely small for 2027 wide receiver recruiting

Notre Dame kicked off an important stretch for 2027 recruiting with some interesting news. What’s the latest for the Fighting Irish? Notre Dame football is set to kick off an extremely important stretch for the 2027 recruiting class.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 11

Predicting the next five Notre Dame commitments following the Fighting Irish kicking off its 2028 class with Owen Davies

Who are the next five commitments for Notre Dame after landing 2028 kicker Owen Davies? There should be some good news on the horizon. Notre Dame football kicked off its 2028 recruiting class on Wednesday when it received a commitment from Brentwood (Tenn.) Academy kicker Owen Davies.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 10

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.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 9

Notre Dame’s newest recruiting target just made a college decision days after being offered by the Fighting Irish

Where does Notre Dame football stand with its newest recruiting offer? We all just got our answer to that question on Tuesday. Notre Dame football made an interesting offer over the weekend to 2027 St.

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.

Marcus Freeman 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 / Ball Exclusives / June 4

Illinois HC Brett Bielema calls out Notre Dame for not joining a conference

Reactions were pouring in following the hearing on Capitol Hill regarding the “Protect College Sports Act” especially when it came to Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / June 4

Notre Dame Seemingly Knows its Out on Big Time 2028 QB Prospect

Notre Dame has done a tremendous job upgrading the quarterback position in recent years, and is working on finding its signal caller for the 2028 recruiting class.

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.