Notre Dame Recruiting Update: 4-Star RB Isaiah Rogers Commits, QB Kamden Lopati Flip Target, 2027 Class Outlook

Notre Dame's 2027 recruiting class is gaining significant momentum with the recent commitment of four-star running back Isaiah Rogers, marking the second such pledge in just one week. Rogers, a versatile and highly skilled back from Springfield Central High School in Massachusetts, was recruited aggressively by Marcus Freeman and J.J. Sider, with his decision influenced heavily by a transformative visit to campus and strong family engagement. His commitment, following Lathan Wissington’s earlier pledge, effectively closes Notre Dame’s running back recruiting for the class. The bigger story, however, is the Irish’s aggressive push to flip four-star quarterback Camden Lopati from Illinois, a move that could redefine the class. Notre Dame has built strong relationships with Lopati and his family, emphasizing academic development, life after football, and cultural fit, while also leveraging connections with current Polynesian players like Madden Framo and Kingston Villian Mouhasa. With a major recruiting stretch looming—including visits from top prospects like Quentin Burrell, Julius Jones Jr., and Leighton Von Brandt—Notre Dame is poised for a late surge. Despite earlier concerns about coaching stability due to rumors surrounding Marcus Freeman’s future, the program’s recruiting intensity and success suggest strong momentum, potentially setting the stage for another top-five class and long-term program elevation.