Not only was Notre Dame football successful on the field this weekend, they were a big hit with recruits.
As the biggest remaining home game left on the schedule, it made plenty of sense to bring in multiple prospects to see South Bend and witness what it’s like for a primetime game in Notre Dame Stadium.
The atmosphere and visit was enough for On3’s Steve Wiltfong to project 2026 Illinois defensive lineman McHale Blade to eventually commit to the Irish. The 6-foot, 4-inch and 230-pound edge is ranked as the nation’s No. 124 overall prospect and 13th at his position according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings.
Notre Dame has long been recruiting Blade, as they offered him a scholarship in March of this year. They also have done a great job in the state of Illinois, as there are three committed to the Irish in 2025 from the state.
At the moment, Notre Dame has two commitments in the 2026 cycle, quarterback Noah Grubbs and wide receiver Dylan Faison.
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