Notre Dame Wins Intense Recruitment Battle for WR Kaydon Finley Over Texas
The Irish made their own fireworks on the 4th of July.
Notre Dame’s recruitment efforts are on fire this summer. After landing top recruits like Joey O’Brien, Khary Adams, and Ian Premer, they’ve now secured Kaydon Finley. With his commitment, Notre Dame has climbed to the 3rd spot in the 2026 recruiting rankings.
The exciting part for Irish fans? This hot streak isn’t over. Notre Dame still has several key targets on its radar, with both offensive and defensive additions likely to follow. On the field, momentum plays a huge role, and right now, the Irish are riding a wave of success that’s translating into big recruiting wins.
Why Finley’s Commitment is So Significant
Finley’s commitment stands out for a few reasons. First, Notre Dame has faced challenges in recruiting the wide receiver position recently. Securing a top talent like Finley marks a major step forward in that area. Secondly, landing him over Texas is a huge accomplishment.
Finley, hailing from Texas, has deep ties to the Longhorns. His father, Jermichael Finley, was a standout player for Texas, and for much of the recruitment process, Texas was seen as the frontrunner. Beating out a powerhouse like Texas, especially considering their NIL strength, makes this commitment even more impressive.
Under Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame is proving to be a program that can compete with the best, and this victory in the recruitment battle shows they’re not just keeping up—they’re leading the charge.
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