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Notre Dame Snubbed, But Recruiting Win

Notre Dames playoff snub and Alstons commitment: A mixed bag of emotions. Despite a solid ten-and-two season, the Fighting Irish missed out on the playoffs, with Miamis head-to-head victory securing their spot. However, the team received a boost with four-star cornerback Ace Alstons commitment, ranking him the second-best player in Ohio and eleventh-best cornerback nationally. This addition solidifies Notre Dames third-ranked recruiting class for 2027, offering hope for future playoff runs.

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