Notre Dame Football Extends New Offers After Friday’s Irish Invasion Camp
SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Notre Dame football’s annual Irish Invasion camp lived up to its reputation once again on Friday, drawing some of the nation’s top high school talent to campus for a chance to compete in front of the Fighting Irish coaching staff. The elite showcase resulted in several new scholarship offers, signaling that the program continues to evaluate and target key prospects across multiple recruiting classes.
Among the biggest names to earn offers Friday was 2026 quarterback Faizon Brandon out of Greensboro, North Carolina. Brandon, who already held offers from Alabama, Penn State, and Tennessee, impressed with his athleticism, poise, and strong arm during drills. Notre Dame’s staff has been actively evaluating quarterbacks for the future, and Brandon’s offer indicates he’s firmly on their radar.
Another headline-grabbing offer went to 2026 wide receiver Derek Meadows from Bishop Gorman in Las Vegas. The 6-foot-5 playmaker showcased elite route-running and body control, standing out among a deep group of receivers. Meadows’ size and athleticism make him a potential game-changer, and the Irish wasted no time in extending an offer after his standout performance.
Defensively, the Irish also added to their linebacker board by offering 2026 prospect Gavin Nix from IMG Academy in Florida. Known for his physicality and instincts, Nix impressed the staff with his explosiveness and ability to cover ground during positional drills. Notre Dame is placing an emphasis on athletic, sideline-to-sideline linebackers in recent cycles, and Nix fits the mold.
One of the more notable regional offers went to 2026 offensive lineman Owen Strebig of Waukesha (WI) Catholic Memorial. At 6-foot-8, Strebig displayed impressive mobility for his size, holding his own against high-level pass rushers. Offensive line coach Joe Rudolph continues to build strong relationships in the Midwest, and Strebig’s offer reflects Notre Dame’s continued emphasis on trench play.
The Irish Invasion not only serves as a key evaluation tool but also as a recruiting momentum builder. Prospects who earn offers leave South Bend with increased interest in the program, while the coaching staff gains deeper insight into how players perform under pressure.
As the summer recruiting calendar heats up, Notre Dame’s staff will closely monitor these newly offered prospects. With talent continuing to flood into South Bend each June, the Irish Invasion remains a cornerstone of the team’s recruiting strategy — and this year’s crop of offers proves the pipeline of elite talent shows no signs of slowing down.
