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Irish Insider

Lacing up for 2022: Key freshmen to watch

Madeline Ladd | Friday, April 22, 2022

Thanks to the relentless recruiting efforts of the revamped and revitalized Notre Dame coaching staff, the 2022 Notre Dame football recruiting class promises a bright future for the Fighting Irish. Spearheaded by Dick Corbett Head Football Coach Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame’s hard recruiting work paid off with the No. 6 ranked class in the nation.

Irish Insider

Irish defense embraces Golden’s style of play ahead of 2022 season

Nate Moller | Friday, April 22, 2022

After an impressive season last year, there are lofty expectations for the Irish defense this season under new defensive coordinator Al Golden. With plenty of talent returning on the defensive side of the ball, the Irish have worked hard to learn Golden’s system and develop further as a unit in preparation for the 2022 season.

Sports

Staff Reactions: Irish haul in top-10 recruiting class

Nate Moller, Aidan Thomas, Colin Capece and Mannion McGinley | Thursday, December 23, 2021

Headlined by five-star Jaylen Sneed and four-star recruits at every offensive position, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish reeled in an elite recruiting class. The Irish are ranked No. 7 after the early signing period. Members of the Observer Sports staff sat down to break down the 2022 recruiting class headed to South Bend. The recruits