Notre Dame safety commit Ethan Long revisited the campus over the weekend, expressing delight in the team's progression and the overall experience.

By the Numbers
  • Long committed to Notre Dame in early January 2025.
  • During his junior year, Long achieved 56 total tackles, three interceptions, and three forced fumbles.
State of Play
  • Ethan Long returned to South Bend over the weekend, including the Jersey Scrimmage.
  • Mike Mickens is now in charge of the entire secondary, and Long was impressed by the safety room under his tutelage.
  • The safeties, including standout Xavier Watts and rising sophomore Adon Shuler, displayed a strong performance during the scrimmage.
Bottom Line

Long's positive experience and excitement for the future of Notre Dame football indicate a promising outlook for the team's upcoming seasons.