Tracking the Trail: With Jackson Vaughn in the Fold, Who’s Notre Dame’s Next 2027 Commit?

Irish Illustrated’s Tracking the Trail returns with host Drew Mentock and senior recruiting analyst Eric Thomas. The duo discusses Notre Dame’s most recent pledge, Jackson Vaughn. The 6-foot-3, 225-pound defensive lineman out of Bergen Catholic in Oradell, N.J., represents the No. 105 overall prospect and No. 15 edge rusher in the class of 2027, according to the 247Sports rankings. He’s the third blue-chip defensive lineman Notre Dame has landed this cycle. With official visits coming up, Mentock and Thomas also preview who could be the next Fighting Irish commits. Lastly, Eric answers questions from Irish Illustrated subscribers.