The University of Notre Dame has historically had one of the top football programs in the country. The program's prestige is a huge draw for recruits, and this includes the kids of former NFL players. The latest round of 2026 recruits features three more top prospects who have NFL lineage.

The Fighting Irish have made some splashes over the past two recruiting classes. This marks the sixth NFL legacy signing or commit

Wide receiver Devin Fitzgerald, the son of future Hall of Fame receiver Larry Fitzgerald, and wide receiver Kaydon Finley, the son of former Green Bay Packers tight end Jermichael Finley, both committed to the Notre Dame the day after July 4th.