‘27 CA DL Marcus Fakatou (Offer)

[ndinoxford]

Sounds like Michigan now the leader per all the national writers at on3

 

[notredomer23]

The latest chatter is with OSU following his visit.

Lucky Charms: Notre Dame targets from Texas — including SEC commit — set spring visits

Here are today’s Lucky Charms, a Monday-through-Thursday insider notes article on Notre Dame football recruiting.

www.on3.com

There have been diverging theories in his recruitment on Notre Dame, once considered the leader. One is that once Al Washington left the staff, a lot of the air was let out of the balloon. The other is that the Irish offer so much on and off the field and his relationship with Charlie Partridge is growing so much that they remain a top contender.

Fakatou hinted at the latter during an interview after his Ohio State visit where he said the Buckeyes are now up there with Notre Dame. But visits and NIL packages will be crucial as the decision gets closer.

Feels similar to JOB’s recruitment for sure. ND is the constant always.

 

[allenm5333]

The latest chatter is with OSU following his visit.

Lucky Charms: Notre Dame targets from Texas — including SEC commit — set spring visits

Here are today’s Lucky Charms, a Monday-through-Thursday insider notes article on Notre Dame football recruiting.

www.on3.com

Feels similar to JOB’s recruitment for sure. ND is the constant always.

The part about them being right up with ND is the thing that stands out. Like he hasn't visited, we have a new DL coach, there has been Georgia buzz, Michigan buzz, Ohio State buzz...yet we still come up

 

[rtrn2glory]

I have a strong feeling once spring visits begin we're going to begin to have a lot of positive recruiting news. With all the new faces I'm sure it's been tough to build relationships, but once they meet face to face, especially if parents are there, then things will start to trend in a positive direction.

 

[IAIrish]

I have a strong feeling once spring visits begin we're going to begin to have a lot of positive recruiting news. With all the new faces I'm sure it's been tough to build relationships, but once they meet face to face, especially if parents are there, then things will start to trend in a positive direction.

Agreed. They'll also have the Shields Family Hall that will likely wow players and their families.

 

[brewdog_14527]

I have a strong feeling once spring visits begin we're going to begin to have a lot of positive recruiting news. With all the new faces I'm sure it's been tough to build relationships, but once they meet face to face, especially if parents are there, then things will start to trend in a positive direction.

This is where I am at. We seem to keep hearing about guys looking elsewhere, but I don't think we have had many, if any, guys really on campus yet. I bet that we start getting some good news, or at least a bunch of momentum, in the next month.

 

[RudyVerse]

This is the DL version of Kemon Spell.

 

[Dale]

This is the DL version of Kemon Spell.

He hasn’t committed anywhere and hasn’t said anything about a leader.

 

[Dale]

ND still on top.

Georgia

Says ND vs USC

Sounds like Michigan now the leader per all the national writers at on3

The latest chatter is with OSU following his visit.

It’s all media bluster.

 

[Dale]

ND still on top.

Georgia

Loy has this different than some of the recent reports:

Says ND vs USC

A look at Notre Dame defensive tackle recruiting in 2027

With the third week in February underway, Notre Dame has the 247Sports Composite Team Recruiting Rankings' No. 4 class in 2027. Head coach Marcus Freeman has seven commitments. Let's take a look at the defensive tackle targets to know for Notre Dame in 2027, as the Fighting Irish look to land...

247sports.com

Sounds like Michigan now the leader per all the national writers at on3

The latest chatter is with OSU following his visit.

Your latest Fakatou leaders: Texas or Oregon.

We’re running out of schools to even lead

 

[PolishDomer]

Your latest Fakatou leaders: Texas or Oregon.

We’re running out of schools to even lead

If we start seeing Texas Tech, SMU, Miami...

 

[IAIrish]

Interesting point Eric Thomas brought up that with Mekai Brown committing to usc, they are likely out since Fakatou wants to play end.

 

[allenm5333]

2027 DL Marcus Fakatou Ready To Be Reminded By Notre Dame

2027 California defensive lineman Marcus Fakatou expects to be reminded why he had the Irish as his top school for so long when he returns to South Bend this weekend.

irishsportsdaily.com

Good article and gives me optimism

 

[IAIrish]

2027 DL Marcus Fakatou Ready To Be Reminded By Notre Dame

2027 California defensive lineman Marcus Fakatou expects to be reminded why he had the Irish as his top school for so long when he returns to South Bend this weekend.

irishsportsdaily.com

Good article and gives me optimism

Makes it really seem like this is one Partridge can move the needle on. @Jiggafini19Deux first test for your guy at ND.

Crazy ND had spent 4 years recruiting this kid.

 

[allenm5333]

Makes it really seem like this is one Partridge can move the needle on. @Jiggafini19Deux first test for your guy at ND.

Crazy ND had spent 4 years recruiting this kid.

The love for JJ Watt is definitely a positive

 

[RudyVerse]

Named OSU his leader on pre visit ISD write up.

 

[NDPhilly]

He’s just picking big name programs out of a hat each interview

 

[Rocketman84]

If we start seeing Texas Tech, SMU, Miami...

Can't forget Oregon and U$C

 

[Cpnd1]

Named OSU his leader on pre visit ISD write up.

Oregon is the leader according to Rivals. This guy just loves to claim leaders hahahah

 

[PolishDomer]

Makes it really seem like this is one Partridge can move the needle on. @Jiggafini19Deux first test for your guy at ND.

Crazy ND had spent 4 years recruiting this kid.

I honestly get the opposite feeling...after his comments, I dont get the warm and fuzzies...just seems to be all over the place.

 

[Irish#1]

I honestly get the opposite feelingt...after his comments, I dont get the warm and fuzzies...just seems to be all over the place.

Seems his leader probably changes everytime someone throws a couple more bucks in the kitty.

 

[NDMD]

Seems his leader probably changes everytime someone throws a couple more bucks in the kitty.

From a business perspective, he's doing the best thing to maximize his value. Make high spending programs think theyve got a great shot, means they're more likely to up the bid. Sucks for programs, but can't fault him as long as he shuts it down once he makes a decision.

 

[allenm5333]

Honestly, he seems like a kid enjoying the process. A bit impressionable. A little Joey O'Brien vibes. If we can get his last OV, I would be pleased

 

[PolishDomer]

Honestly, he seems like a kid enjoying the process. A bit impressionable. A little Joey O'Brien vibes. If we can get his last OV, I would be pleased

That is 1 point i can agree with you on 100%

 

[IAIrish]

Momma VA is ND's best west coast recruiter.

 

[Ricochet]

Momma VA is ND's best west coast recruiter.

No get her on payroll, she's great PR for the University and football program.

 

[Irish Man3]

Per Greg Biggins:

ND back in the top two with OSU. Looking to set up an official visit

 

[DCK_1981]

I’ll take it but temper my enthusiasm until I hear his interviews after the next visit he takes and they are in his top 2.

 

[IrishInOntario]

I'll be cautiously optimistic here, but ND doesn't have the best track record of winning out when Larry Johnson genuinely wants a guy and is priotizing him at the top of OSU's board.

Let's see what Patridge can do!

 

[notredomer23]

This one is going to signing day regardless of where he first commits.