The Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team has faced several significant injuries and made important recruiting advancements.
Injury Updates:
- Charles Jagusah: Offensive tackle Charles Jagusah, who was sidelined in August with a torn right pectoral muscle, has made an impressive recovery. He is expected to start at left tackle in the College Football Playoff National Championship against Ohio State (New York Post).
- Anthonie Knapp: Defensive lineman Anthonie Knapp sustained an ankle sprain, which has put his participation in the championship game in question (Reuters).
- Beaux Collins: Wide receiver Beaux Collins is ready and cleared to play in the National Championship (Inside ND Sports).
- Rocco Spindler: Right guard Rocco Spindler, who left the previous game due to an injury, is not on the injury report and is expected to start in the title game (Sports Illustrated).
Recruiting Updates:
- Madden Faraimo: Notre Dame has secured a commitment from linebacker Madden Faraimo for the 2025 recruiting class, which will boost their defensive lineup (Sports Illustrated).
- DeVonta Smith: Alabama graduate transfer DeVonta Smith has joined the team, adding depth to Notre Dame’s defensive backfield (Irish Sports Daily).
- 2026 Recruiting Class: The coaching staff is actively targeting key recruits for the 2026 class to enhance the team’s future competitiveness (Irish Sports Daily).
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