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terrific 20 for 2014 two interceptions, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. The Skinny: Morgan's second offer came from Notre Dame back on May 30, 2012, and the talented linebacker returned the favor by visiting South Bend on multiple occasions during this past football season … Notre Dame has some stiff competition coming from the SEC in Ole Miss and Vanderbilt. Richard Yeargin 6-4, 225 • Fort Lauderdale, Fla. • University H.S. 247Sports Ranking: Listed as a four-star player, the No. 35 prospect in Florida and the No. 31 linebacker in the nation. Junior Numbers: Posted 58 tackles, three sacks, three forced fumbles and one interception. The Skinny: In March, Yeargin publicly stated that he wanted an offer from Notre Dame and received it April 10 … The defender hasn't finalized his summer visit schedule, but a trip to South Bend is expected … While Yeargin remains open on schools, Notre Dame is one of the favorites to land him. Cornerback Adoree' Jackson 5-11, 185 • Gardena, Calif. Junipero Serra H.S. 247Sports Ranking: Listed as a five-star recruit, the top player in California, the No. 3 cornerback in the country and the No. 17 overall prospect in the nation. Junior Numbers: Made 56 tackles, one sack, five interceptions and two forced fumbles. The Skinny: In June, Jackson narrowed his focus to a final 10 schools … Notre Dame made the cut, and it looks like the Irish are firmly entrenched in his top three schools … USC is the main competition, and Jackson admits that he is fan of the Trojans … He is expected to visit South Bend this summer, and the Notre Dame coaching staff will lay out the red carpet for him. schools to offer the talented defensive back on May 31, 2012 … Watkins visited South Bend April 11 of this year and raved about the trip, calling it the "best visit" he had been on … Notre Dame sat in good shape entering the summer, with Alabama in the second spot. Athlete John Smith 6-1, 200 • Long Beach, Calif. • Long Beach Poly H.S. 247Sports Ranking: Rated as a five-star recruit, the No. 2 player in California, the No. 2 athlete in the nation and the No. 23 overall prospect in the country. Junior Numbers: Notched 51 tackles and six interceptions at safety … Added 49 catches for 752 yards and nine touchdowns at wide receiver. The Skinny: Notre Dame offered Smith March 4, and the five-star athlete immediately set up his official visit for South Bend … Smith has plenty of interest in USC and UCLA, but Notre Dame is a place that he's wanted an offer from since he was a freshman … Notre Dame is recruiting Smith as a safety, while others prefer him on the offensive side of the ball. Tyler Luatua 6-4, 230 • La Mirada, Calif. • La Mirada H.S. 247Sports Ranking: Tabbed as a four-star player, the No. 12 recruit in California, the top tight end in the country and the No. 116 overall prospect in the nation. Junior Numbers: Caught 43 passes for 594 yards and eight touchdowns. The Skinny: Luatua had set two official visits through mid-June — an Oct.18 visit to Notre Dame and a Nov. 8 visit to Alabama … Although Luatua is from California, he is expected to sign with either the Irish or the Crimson Tide … Notre Dame offered Luatua on May 30, 2012, and is looking to bring him in at tight end … However, playing linebacker is not out of the question. Noah Brown 6-2, 212 • Sparta, N.J. • Pope John XXIII H.S. 247Sports Ranking: Listed as a four-star player, the No. 6 prospect in New Jersey, the No. 14 athlete in the nation and the No. 181 overall recruit in the country. Junior Numbers: carried the ball 98 times for 878 yards and 13 touchdowns … Also caught 41 passes for 630 yards and four scores. The Skinny: Brown received an offer from the Irish coaching staff April 29, and their pursuit of the talented athlete has been heavy ever since … Getting him on campus is a top priority for the coaching staff, which likes his versatility and ability to play multiple positions … Expect a decision from Brown closer to National Signing Day. ✦ 2014 ND Football VINtaGE CalENDar 2014 Notre Dame Vintage Calendar Calendar measures a big 11" X 14" Jan. 2014 through Dec. 2014 Each month's image is a frame-ready reproduction of a classic game day program cover. $21.95* plus $7.00 shipping within continental U.S. * Sales tax (NC 7.5%, IN 7%, MI 6%) Nick Watkins 6-1, 185 • Dallas • Bishop Dunne H.S. 247Sports Ranking: Listed as a four-star player, the No. 32 recruit in Texas, and the No. 22 cornerback in the country. Junior Numbers: Registered 49 tackles, five interceptions, two fumble recoveries and one sack. The Skinny: Notre Dame was one of the first Blue & Gold Illustrated 1-800-421-7751 P BOx 2331 • Durham, NC 27702 .O. www.BlueGoldonline.com Blue & Gold Illustrated 2013 Football Preview ✦ 159 157-160.2014 Terrific 20.indd 159 6/25/13 3:32 PM