I'm in South Bend for the Blue-Gold Game. I spent about an hour on the field before the game watching the recruits roll in. Here are some observations.
Five-star (2023) DE commit Keon Keeley is by far the most popular player here. Fans near the player tunnel requested Keeley to take pictures and sign autographs. He spent around 5-10 minutes in the stands with the fans.
When Keeley came down, he said, "I have never felt this way before." He was visibly in awe of the environment and looked right at home.
I saw 2023 linebacker commits Drayk Bownand Preston Zinter together today. To no surprise, both guys are 100% committed to Notre Dame and right at home. Both guys have great size and look the part. Zinter said he will early enroll.
Four-star (2023) OT target Sullivan Absher(6-foot-7) was the largest player in the group. By my observations, Absher was the first recruit to enter the stadium.
Four-star (2023) OL target Austin Siereveld had the biggest smile as he walked down the tunnel. Siereveld made sure to slap every fan's hand. He appeared to be a bundle of joy.
Four-star (2023) safety target Caleb Downs made a quiet arrival. He seemed cool, calm and collected.
Four-star (2023) TE prospect Lawson Luckie— a Georgia commit — seemed to be giving Notre Dame an authentic, honest look. Luckie was one of the first arrivals into the stadium. He was soaking in the environment. I am looking forward to learning more about Luckie's Notre Dame interest in the coming days.
Four-star (2024) defensive end target Brandon Davis-Swain is in town today. He is another guy that's excitement stood out. He is a long and lengthy kid.
I will have plenty more on this weekend's recruits later today and throughout the week.
