Couple of Recruiting Notes
- 2026 Kahuku (Hawaii) linebacker Talanoa Ili has been on the board for a while, but that's changed in recent days. Ili will not take his official visit, and I believe Notre Dame is the one that made the move, as USC has been in pole position for the last month or so. Ili was at USC over the weekend for an official visit, and considering the fact that he's never been to campus and how much room the Irish have to make up, it's likely a smart move not to waste either side's time at this point. - 2027 West (Utah) quarterback Kamden Lopati is currently on campus for camp. The 6-foot-3, 215-pounder made a visit to Notre Dame in the spring and then Guidugli made the trip to Utah to see him during May. 2028 First Baptist (Fla.) quarterback Brady Quinn is also back on campus for camp on Monday. He took a visit earlier this spring and Notre Dame is in a good position with him if they offer. 2026 Bryant (Ark.) receiver Kamauri Austin is also working out for Notre Dame today. The 6-foot-4, 185-pounder committed to Appalachian State on June 1st. Same high school as former Notre Dame running back commit Daniel Anderson. 2027 William B Travis (Texas) safety Joshua Vimael is also working out. He holds offers from Maryland, Oklahoma State and Oregon State. - I'm not sure he's camping but 2027 Mount Carmel (Ill.) safety Tavares Harrington is at Notre Dame today. The Irish offered earlier this spring. - 2026 Liberty Hill (Texas) defensive lineman Alister Vallejo is fresh off his official visit to Kansas and I'm not sure a decision has been made ahead of Tuesday's announcement at this point. Notre Dame appears to be the one constant here as Kansas or Michigan are the other teams to watch depending who you speak with. - 2026 Port Arthur Memorial (Texas) linebacker Tank King has had Notre Dame in the lead at various points in his recruitment. He hasn't been to Notre Dame since November so it's opened the door for other programs to make a move as King made several spring visits in addition to his June officials. Texas A&M hosted him over the weekend and it appears the Aggies now are in pole position here. We'll see what happens in the coming days as it's very clear Notre Dame has his attention, but also those around him.
A few testing numbers from Under Armour Utah
Verified numbers. Not many Notre Dame targets. 2027 LB Liufau Loumoli (ND offer)HT: 6-1.6WT: 213Wingspan: 75.6Shuttle: 4.49Vertical: 24.3Broad: 8-7.42027 QB Kamden Lopati (No offer/visited in the spring) HT: 6-2.9WT: 213Wingspan: 74.710-yard: 1.7740: 4.76Shuttle: 4.53 Vertical: 29.1Broad: 9-10.2Hand: 9.5
Making Moves | Recapping Notre Dame on the Recruiting Trail
Notre Dame's coaching staff was busy on Wednesday and Thursday.
2027 QB Visiting on Wednesday
2027 West (Utah) quarterback Kamden Lopati tells me he'll be at Notre Dame on Wednesday for his first visit. The 6-foot-3, 214-pounder threw for 3,697 yards and 28 touchdowns as a sophomore. At a quick glance, Lopati has some Kenny Minchey in him in the way he throws the ball. High and quick release. But he can make all the throws. Offers: Arizona, Arizona State, Arkansas, Boston College, Iowa State, Oklahoma State, Oregon, San Diego State and Utah https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19569067/672fed13b8639319350c962bNew Era Navy Notre Dame Fighting Irish 9SEVENTY Stretch-Snap Adjustable Hat