Notre Dame football is gearing up for a pivotal recruiting stretch, aiming to solidify its national standing. At linebacker, head coach Marcus Freeman has elevated recruiting since his arrival. The 2026 class is already off to a strong start with Thomas Davis Jr. committed, and Notre Dame is in a prime position to land more elite talent.
Notre Dame’s Recruiting Momentum Set for a Big Week
Notre Dame football is set for a crucial recruiting stretch, hosting several high-profile prospects in hopes of securing key commitments.
On3’s @SWiltfong_ has the latest as Notre Dame heads into a big weekend, headlined by 4-star WR Kaydon Finley☘️
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Headlining the visits is four-star wide receiver Kaydon Finley from Aledo (Texas) High, one of Notre Dame’s top targets. The No. 16 receiver and No. 117 overall prospect per On3 Industry will visit South Bend for the second time this year. As a junior, he tallied 81 receptions for 1,432 yards and 21 touchdowns.
The Irish are battling Texas and Texas A&M for his commitment.
Four-star running back Brian Bonner, ranked No. 4 at his position by On3, arrives Friday. He racked up 1,493 rushing yards, 25 touchdowns, 500 receiving yards, and four receiving scores last season, also returning two kickoffs for touchdowns.
Notre Dame is looking to challenge Washington in his recruitment.
On Friday, Notre Dame will also host Mason James, Oklahoma’s top-ranked recruit. The four-star receiver put up 56 catches for 1,233 yards and 17 touchdowns as a junior, with Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, and Washington in the mix.
Florida State linebacker commit Karon Maycock visits Wednesday. He recorded 20 tackles for loss, three sacks, and two forced fumbles last season, with Miami also pursuing him.
Georgia commit Zech Fort, a four-star safety from IMG Academy, visits Saturday while keeping Notre Dame in consideration.
The Irish also host David Jacobs, On3’s No. 3 edge rusher for 2027, on Friday. Illinois’ top 2027 recruit, offensive lineman Cameron Wagner, and four-star tight end Ben Hynek visit Wednesday and Saturday, respectively.
Rodney Dunham Nears Commitment as Notre Dame Stays in the Mix
Charlotte (N.C.) Myers Park edge rusher Rodney Dunham, ranked No. 19 overall and No. 3 at his position in the 2026 On3 Industry Ranking, will announce his commitment on April 10, per On3’s Hayes Fawcett.
Notre Dame, Duke, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee are his finalists, with the Irish considered the frontrunner. Though he recently visited South Bend, he had an official visit scheduled at Georgia for April 12.
“My next visits are to Georgia and Notre Dame,” he said. “Notre Dame is very consistent; they have been recruiting me for a long time and I will be there this weekend. I love the direction of the program, Coach Freeman is doing a great job, and I just want to spend more time with the coaches on this visit. On this visit, we will figure out the official visit date too. I know some guys who are there, so that is great and they all say great things about Notre Dame.”
His teammate, Brody Keefe, ranked No. 507 overall and No. 76 among receivers, visits Notre Dame this weekend.
“Notre Dame is very consistent; they have been recruiting me for a long time,” Keefe told On3’.
He has official visits planned for Georgia (June 6) and Ohio State (June 20).
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