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Notre Dame Lands Coveted Defensive Line Transfer Francis Brewu
Notre Dame has secured a key piece for its defensive line rebuild, landing former Pitt defensive tackle Francis Brewu via the transfer portal on January X, 2026. The 6-2, 280-pound sophomore announced his commitment to the Fighting Irish, reuniting with new defensive line coach Charlie Partridge, who originally recruited him out of high school to the Panthers.
Ruben Kelly Ysasi
Jan 132 min read
Notre Dame Welcomes Back Former Commit via Transfer Portal; What Keon Keeley Brings to South Bend
Keon Keeley entered the transfer portal on January 4th, rated as the #8 edge and #46 overall prospect (247 Sports). Following a January 7th visit to South Bend, the 6-5 and 282-pounder transferred to Notre Dame with two years of eligibility.
Brenden Duffy
Jan 123 min read
Notre Dame Lands Commitment from Highly Pursued Wide Receiver Quincy Porter
In a major coup for Notre Dame's wide receiver room, former Ohio State five-star transfer Quincy Porter has committed to the Fighting Irish on January 12th, 2026, per ON3. The 6-4, 210-pound rising sophomore, originally the No. 23 overall prospect and No. 4 wide receiver in the 2025 recruiting class (per 247Sports Composite), entered the transfer portal earlier this week after a limited freshman season in Columbus. Porter appeared in just four games for the Buckeyes in 2025,
Ruben Kelly Ysasi
Jan 122 min read
Notre Dame Lands Colorado DB D.J. McKinney
In a timely boost to their defensive backfield, Notre Dame has landed Colorado transfer cornerback DJ McKinney, who officially committed to the Fighting Irish on January 12, 2026. The Irish have officially gotten their first commitment out of the Transfer Portal.
Ruben Kelly Ysasi
Jan 122 min read
Tribune+ Exclusive: Where the Irish Stand with Portal DL Targets
As the transfer portal window heats up in early January 2026, Notre Dame's defensive line has emerged as the program's most pressing area of need heading into the upcoming season. Significant attrition, including the retirement of veteran captain Donovan Hinish, the departure of edge rusher Joshua Burnham to Indiana, and the entry into the portal of rising interior lineman Armel Mukam , has left the Irish thin up front. Mukam, a former top-200 recruit in the 2023 class who p
Ruben Kelly Ysasi
Jan 105 min read
Notre Dame's New Year's Resolutions
With the College Football Playoff snub and a slow-moving transfer portal operation, there are plenty of items on Notre Dame fans' New Year's Resolutions.
Liam Farrell
Jan 94 min read
Tribune+ Exclusive: Portal Outlook on Two Wide Receiver Targets
In the wake of Ohio State's disappointing end to the 2025 season, two highly touted wide receivers from the Buckeyes' roster have entered the transfer portal, sparking interest from top programs across the country. Quincy Porter and Mylan Graham, both former five-star recruits, are drawing significant attention, with Notre Dame positioning itself for both talents. Here's the latest on their situations and whether the Fighting Irish are truly in the hunt. Quincy Porter: High-P
Ruben Kelly Ysasi
Jan 84 min read
Notre Dame Football Transfer Portal Tracker: Departures and Additions Ahead of the 2026 Season
As the dust settles from Notre Dame's 2025 campaign, the Fighting Irish are navigating the ever-evolving landscape of college football's transfer portal. The winter window, which opened on January 2nd, 2026, and runs through January 16th, has seen significant, yet stalling, movement from the program. While head coach Marcus Freeman and his staff focus on rebuilding and retaining talent in South Bend, a total of 19 players have entered the portal, seeking new opportunities els
Ruben Kelly Ysasi
Jan 85 min read
Notre Dame Offers Ezra Christensen out of New Mexico State
At 11:46 a.m. EST on Thursday, former New Mexico State DL Ezra Christensen announced on X that he had received an offer from Notre Dame. Christensen is ranked as the No. 25 defensive lineman in the Transfer Portal by 247Sports and checks in at No. 338 overall.
Ruben Kelly Ysasi
Jan 82 min read
Who is Still on the Board? Looking at Potential Notre Dame Transfer Portal Targets
After a bit of a slow start in the transfer portal, Notre Dame is still in the running for some top portal targets, but they will still need to find a boundary wide receiver after the commitments of Nick Marsh and Ian Strong.
Noah Wehby
Jan 74 min read
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