A tumultuous week in safety recruiting ends on a high note, as the Irish secure the commitment of 4-Star DB Zayden Gamble.

*Updated April 18th, 2026 Notre Dame continues to push hard to land elite talent in the class of 2027, and off the heels of another huge recruiting weekend, here are some names to be aware of on the defensive side of the ball. Photo by The Irish Tribune Edge KJ Green (5-star) 6-4 215lbs out of Stephenson High School in Stone Mountain Gap, Georgia. He is ranked by 247 Sports as 72 nd overall nationally and 9th overall at the Edge position. He holds 30 D1 offers. Visited Notre

* Updated April 17th, 2026 Another turbulent week in the recruiting space results in more movement on the Big Board. Here are some offensive prospects to keep an eye on, and where they stand in their recruitments. As impressive as it is, Marcus Freeman and staff were able to top that; in fact, some say the 2026 class is the best in program history. Notre Dame looks to continue that momentum in the 2027 class and is already on their way with notable commitments like 4-star OT

After assembling one of the greatest classes in the last two decades this past cycle, Marcus Freeman looks to replicate his success on the recruiting trail in 2027. We will be continually updating this commitment tracker as more and more elite athletes pledge their commitment to the Fighting Irish. Photo by The Irish Tribune Offense James Halter - Offensive Tackle Ranking: 4-Star, 83rd Nationally ( 247Sports Composite ) Height/Weight: 6'6", 270 lbs Location: Pittsburgh, PA No