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football recruiting being a major factor behind his decision to take his talents to South Bend. Since committing, the Florida native has been very active on social media, recruiting some of the nation's top talent to Notre Dame. Look for more of the same during his official visit. ✦ Richard Yeargin III LB, 6-4, 228, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (University School) Junior Season: Registered 85 tackles and intercepted four passes. 247Sports Rankings: Four-star recruit, the No. 30 outside linebacker in the nation and the No. 36 player in Florida. Skinny: Yeargin committed to Notre Dame Aug. 2 and credited Alford for Blue & Gold Illustrated Digital Edition The digital edition includes all of the same great content as the print magazine plus interactive features, a searchable archive, and more! ✦ Full Issues Published Every Sunday ✦ Preview Newsletters Every Wednesday ✦ Video Highlights & Player Interviews Now optimized for computers and tablets! es: ✦ top storYlin e vs. msu notre damnding defensive schemes, make "Outsta l," Kelly t to run the footbal ways to it very difficul have to find summarized. "You manufacture runs." true after Notre Dame lly This is especia each of the 91 rushing yards managed only Purdue. at Michigan and line to last two weeks his offensive Kelly challenged year prior physicality last ratchet up their d. 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