A Conversation With Notre Dame's Latest WR Commit: 4-Star Bubba Frazier

Bruce Straughan
Apr 26
3 min read

C/O 2026 4-star WR Bubba Frazier from Savannah, Georgia, announced his commitment to Notre Dame this past Monday. He became the second wide receiver to commit to the Irish in the 2026 class, as the Irish recruiting surge continues to take effect early in the cycle.

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Frazier is a 5’10", 175 lb speedy WR from Benedictine Military School in Savannah, Georgia. He quickly caught Notre Dame’s eye back in February when he clocked a 4.43 40-yard dash at the Under Armor Next Football Camp in Atlanta, sparking an offer from the Irish shortly after. In 2024, he had 46 receptions for 753 yards with 16.4 yards per catch and 5 touchdowns. He rushed the ball for 604 yards with 7.1 yards per carry and 8 touchdowns.

Prior to committing to the Irish, he held 23 D1 offers from such notable schools as Georgia, Clemson, Auburn, Arkansas, Cincinnati, Wisconsin, and Notre Dame, among others. I had a chance to speak with Frazier, who was happy to share some insight on his decision.

Recruiting can be a grind for many, but for Bubba and his family, the experience was a very positive one.

“It was fun for my family and me to travel around and experience the different colleges and meet all the coaches, and see what each school had to offer.”

So what did it mean for Frazier to get an offer from Notre Dame?

“It means a lot to me because where I’m from, you don’t see many people get an offer from such a historic University like Notre Dame. So, it was very special to me and my family to get an offer from Coach Brown.”

Where a young athlete ultimately decides to attend college is usually dependent on where they feel the most comfortable and the relationships they have built with the coaches. For Frazier, that definitely rings true, and Coach Mike Brown has done a great job of cultivating a relationship.

“Coach Brown and I have a great relationship and stay in contact regularly. It’s nice to have a Coach like him who stays in contact with me, and I can talk to him about anything.”

So, when did Bubba Frazier know that Notre Dame was home? As he tells me, it was that magical feeling that many recruits cite when they first step onto Notre Dame's campus.

“The first day I visited there, I knew that Notre Dame was home. It just felt like it was where I’m supposed to be.”

What about Notre Dame resonated with Frazier, and why is it the place for him?

“You can’t go wrong with Notre Dame, it’s the perfect fit, and what they’re building there. Great academics and football program, beautiful campus, and the culture that Coach Freeman has built there are the total package and the reason I want to be a part of it.”

What can Notre Dame fans expect to get from a player like Frazier?

“Notre Dame is getting a hard-working kid who is willing to do whatever it takes to help my team succeed. I'm always going to give 100 percent on every play. Just give me the ball and watch me work."

Bubba Frazier is a very talented and humble young man who continues to grow and improve each day. He’s a hard worker who’s highly motivated to help his team succeed. We at The Irish Tribune would like to wish Bubba good luck on his journey at Notre Dame!