Notre Dame lands 5-star recruit Albert Simien for 2027 class
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 9:46 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Notre Dame football secured a commitment from 5-star offensive lineman Albert Simien on June 26, 2026. The recruit, ranked No. 14 nationally and No. 2 at his position, joins a historically strong offensive line class. Simien chose the Fighting Irish over Texas A&M, marking a significant recruiting victory for head coach Marcus Freeman and his staff. This addition continues Notre Dame's recent trend of successful recruiting under Freeman, aiming to build a well-rounded 2027 class that balances offensive and defensive talents.
- •Albert Simien commits to Notre Dame's 2027 recruiting class.
- •Simien is a 5-star offensive lineman from Louisiana.
- •He chose Notre Dame over Texas A&M and LSU.
- •Notre Dame's offensive line class includes another 5-star recruit, Olu Olubolola.
- •Freeman's recruiting efforts reflect a broader surge in talent acquisition.
- 9:46 PMYahoo Sports — Notre Dame football didn't just land another elite 5-star player – They made a recruiting statement to the rest of CFB
"Notre Dame just made a massive recruiting statement to the rest of CFB. HC Marcus Freeman and the Irish continue to up their game.
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