Williamson 4-Star LB on Notre Dame: 'There’s no place like it'

Notre Dame and head coach Marcus Freeman are making a huge impression on a prospect in the state of Alabama.

Williamson four-star linebacker, Ellis McGaskin is considered one of the top defensive prospects in the 2027 class. He visited South Bend for the first time over the weekend, and Notre Dame undoubtedly made quite the impression.

“Marcus Freeman is one of a kind,” McGaskin tells Touchdown Alabama. “What stood out to me the most was how he was making time for every recruit. Normally the Head Coaches are busy but he made the time for every single recruit that was present.”

The Williamson product left South Bend feeling really good about the Fighting Irish. 

“As of today, I can say Notre Dame has had the biggest impact on my recruitment,” said McGaskin. “The atmosphere itself was amazing. The staff showed me and my family hospitality. It was unbelievable. I went to tour downtown, and there is literally nothing like it.”

When asked if he thought Notre Dame could continue building off a National Championship appearance, McGaskin said ‘Most definitely. The way he (Freeman) was speaking to all of us, he has a plan.”

This will not be McGaskin’s last time in South Bend.

“I plan on coming back on September 13th for the Texas A&M game,” McGaskin said. 

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