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Notre Dame Recruiting Shakeup: Rivals Makes Big Changes to Rankings

Notre Dame has put together what appears to be one of its best recruiting classes in years for the 2026 cycle. Each summer, player rankings from the various recruiting outlets are updated based on player performance, growth, and plenty else.

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Massive recruiting bump has Notre Dame commit going from underrated to borderline five-star status

When Notre Dame football started recruiting 2026 Glenside (Pa.) La Salle College offensive tackle Grayson McKeogh several months ago, most Fighting Irish fans weren’t overly engaged.

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

Notre Dame's Hot Recruiting Builds Perfect Ramp To Camp

Notre Dame has had a terrific recent run on the recruiting trail and doesn't plan on stopping anytime soon. With a handful of players left on the "big board", the Irish feel like they are in great position to land all or nearly all of them.

C.J. Carr News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Notre Dame 2025 Profile: Quarterback CJ Carr

Notre Dame is looking for a new quarterback in 2025 and redshirt freshman CJCarr is right in the mix of the battle for the starting role. The talented signal caller will have to earn the starting job in fall camp, but he has the talent to not only win the job, but to thrive.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / A to Z Sports / July 14

Former Notre Dame Fighting Irish recruiting target lands with unusual Big 12 landing spot

After some troubling vibes early on in the 2026 recruiting cycle at wide receiver, assistant coach Mike Brown and the Notre Dame staff recovered beautifully.

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

Notre Dame Football News You Need: New Commitment and SEC Headlines

Another weekend has come and gone, and like that, Notre Dame football is just 48 days from returning as it kicks off Aug. 31 at Miami. So what needs to be caught up on from this weekend?

Sullivan Absher News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Notre Dame Impact Players For 2025: No. 48 Sullivan Absher

Notre Dame is now 48 days away from kicking off the 2025 season against the Hurricanes down in Hard Rock Stadium. The Irish will be relying on some impact players to get them through the home opener as well as getting them back to another run at the National Championship.

Jordan Botelho News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Notre Dame Impact Players for 2025: No. 49 Jordan Botelho

Notre Dame is now 49 days away from kicking off the 2025 season against the Hurricanes down in Hard Rock Stadium. The Irish will be relying on some impact players to get them through the home opener as well as getting them back to another run at the National Championship.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Notre Dame Commit Profile: Safety Nick Reddish

Notre Dame landed another talented defensive back when North Carolina safety Nick Reddish committed to the Fighting Irish. Reddish was the final piece to a secondary class that is arguably the best in the country in the 2026 recruiting cycle.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / July 12

IB Video: Notre Dame Lands Talented Safety Nick Reddish

Notre Dame added yet another talented player in the 2026 class when it landed a commitment from talented safety Nick Reddish. The Charlotte (N.C.) Independence standout is the fifth defensive back to pledge to the Irish, who have landed a third straight elite secondary class.

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

Player comparisons for Notre Dame commits Javian Osborne, Jonaz Walton, and QB Noah Grubbs

With the commitment of 2026 Charlotte (N.C.) Independence safety Nick Reddish on Friday, the Notre Dame recruiting class is nearly completed. In fact, the offensive group, barring pushing for a third tight end, is fully solidified already.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Class Impact: Notre Dame Gets A Commitment From Nick Reddish

Notre Dame has finished off its 2026 secondary class with another talented player, as Charlotte (N.C.) Independence safety Nick Reddish has committed to the Fighting Irish.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Notre Dame Lands A Commitment From Safety Nick Reddish

Notre Dame continues its excellent recruiting efforts in the 2026 class by landing a commitment from Charlotte (N.C.) Independence safety Nick Reddish.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Notre Dame Secondary Ranked As The Best Unit In College Football For 2025

Notre Dame has made a habit of putting out top secondaries under Mike Mickens, but the 2025 unit could end up being the best group yet for the Fighting Irish.

Blake Wesley News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 11

Former Notre Dame Star Trade Reaction a Reminder of the Personal Side of NBA Business

Although Blake Wesley hasn’t exactly carved out a cemented role at the next level, the former Notre Dame star has stuck around. Through three seasons in

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

Notre Dame Recruiting Prediction: 2026 Defensive Back Nick Reddish

One of Notre Dame's top remaining targets in the 2026 cycle is set to make his commitment on Friday at 5:30 p.m. ET, live on 247Sports. Defensive back Cma Reddish of Charlotte has a final group of Notre Dame, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Virginia Tech.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Player comparisons for Notre Dame wide receiver commits in the 2026 recruiting class

After a ton of wide receiver recruiting issues previously, Notre Dame football and assistant coach Mike Brown found big answers for the 2026 class. With five commitments now in the group, this sits as one of the best pass catching classes the Fighting Irish have had in some time.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Notre Dame assistant coach finds his name mentioned again as one of the worst coaching hires this century

When former Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden left for the Cincinnati Bengals this offseason, the name Chris Ash was not on anyone’s shortlist to succeed him.

Anthonie Knapp News / Athlon Sports / July 10

Notre Dame Hopes Experience Can Help Anthonie Knapp Become A Star In 2025

Last season, Notre Dame elected to go with true freshman Anthonie Knapp to start at left tackle after their projected starter went down for the regular season due to an injury sustained in fall camp.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 10

What Marcus Freeman Must Do To Get Notre Dame a National Championship

In three short years, Marcus Freeman has accomplished a lot in his Notre Dame tenure. Under his leadership, the Irish have compiled a 5-3 record vs top 10 teams, culminating in a playoff run to the College Football Playoff National Championship.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 10

Notre Dame Football News and Notes: Everything You Need to Know (July 10)

Just 52 days remain until Notre Dame travels to Miami for a season-starting showdown against the Hurricanes. As the countdown gets shorter, it seems more things are heating up regarding the Notre Dame football team.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 9

Elite WR recruit explains why he chose Notre Dame over Texas

There were a ton of reasons for four-star wide receiver Kaydon Finley to commit his football future to the Texas Longhorns. But he did the unexpected.

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / July 6

Notre Dame's offensive line further depleted after UTV accident

While the past few days have been a success for Notre Dame on the recruiting trail, the Irish offense experienced a setback.

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6

Larry Fitzgerald posts note after his son commits to Notre Dame

Larry Fitzgerald posted a note on social media Sunday, a day after his son Devin announced his college commitment. Devin Fitzgerald, who is a 3-star wide receiver, announced on Saturday that he is committing to play at Notre Dame.

Larry Fitzgerald News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6