Since early December, Notre Dame has secured commitments from five transfers via the portal, with more expected in the coming weeks.
Below are details on each new addition, listed from most recent commitment to earliest, with ongoing updates on future recruits:
1. **Duke EDGE R.J. Oben**
– **Height:** 6-4
– **Weight:** 260
– **Hometown:** Montclair, N.J.
– **Commitment Date:** Dec. 13, 2023
– **Portal Entry Date:** Dec. 1, 2023
– **On3 Industry Transfer Portal Ranking:** No. 27 overall, No. 5 EDGE
– **Eligibility:** One year
Oben brings extensive experience with 67 tackles, 20 for loss, and 14.5 sacks over 50 games. His standout 2022 season earned him a 78.8 defensive grade from Pro Football Focus.
2. **Duke QB Riley Leonard**
– **Height:** 6-4
– **Weight:** 212
– **Hometown:** Fairhope, Ala.
– **Commitment Date:** Dec. 12, 2023
– **Portal Entry Date:** Nov. 29, 2023
– **On3 Industry Transfer Portal Ranking:** No. 11 overall, No. 6 QB
– **Eligibility:** Two years to play one
Leonard excelled in 2022, passing for 2,967 yards and rushing for 699 yards and 13 touchdowns. His 2023 season was shortened due to injuries after a strong start against Notre Dame.
3. **Clemson WR Beaux Collins**
– **Height:** 6-3
– **Weight:** 210
– **Hometown:** Los Angeles, Calif.
– **Commitment Date:** Dec. 10, 2023
– **Portal Entry Date:** Nov. 30, 2023
– **On3 Industry Transfer Portal Ranking:** No. 111 overall, No. 26 WR
– **Eligibility:** Two years to play one
Collins contributed consistently at Clemson, amassing 91 receptions for 1,290 yards and 11 touchdowns over three seasons. His experience adds depth to Notre Dame’s receiving corps.
4. **Florida International WR Kris Mitchell**
– **Height:** 6-1
– **Weight:** 175
– **Hometown:** Jacksonville, Fla.
– **Commitment Date:** Dec. 5, 2023
– **Portal Entry Date:** Nov. 28, 2023
– **On3 Industry Transfer Portal Ranking:** No. 47 overall, No. 8 WR
– **Eligibility:** One year
Mitchell joins with speed and productivity, highlighted by 64 receptions for 1,118 yards and 7 touchdowns in his standout season at FIU.
5. **Arizona State DB Jordan Clark**
– **Height:** 5-10
– **Weight:** 185
– **Hometown:** Baton Rouge, La.
– **Commitment Date:** Dec. 4, 2023
– **Portal Entry Date:** Nov. 30, 2023
– **On3 Industry Transfer Portal Ranking:** No. 174 overall, No. 14 CB
– **Eligibility:** One year
Clark, known for his defensive prowess, posted 50 tackles and 9 pass breakups in the 2023 season, showcasing his ability to bolster Notre Dame’s secondary.
As Notre Dame continues to navigate the transfer portal, updates on new commitments will be provided, shaping the team’s roster for the upcoming seasons.