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Four-Star Lineman Elijah Golden Commits to Notre Dame

8/10/2025

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Elijah Golden, a standout four-star defensive lineman from Sarasota, Florida, has chosen to commit to Notre Dame, turning down offers from powerhouse programs like Alabama and Oklahoma. Standing tall at 6-foot-4 and weighing 275 pounds, he ranks 19th among defensive linemen nationally. His decision strengthens Notre Dame's 2026 recruiting class, now boasting 27 players and sitting at an impressive third in national rankings.

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Elijah Golden, a standout four-star defensive lineman from Sarasota, Florida, has chosen to commit to Notre Dame, turning down offers from powerhouse programs like Alabama and Oklahoma. Standing tall at 6-foot-4 and weighing 275 pounds, he ranks 19th among defensive linemen nationally. His decision strengthens Notre Dame's 2026 recruiting class, now boasting 27 players and sitting at an impressive third in national rankings.