Anderson was among the earliest commitments in Notre Dame’s recruiting class, helping to bring in talent from southern states that typically don’t join the Irish roster. However, this influx of talent has now dissipated.
Reports suggest that Anderson and Notre Dame have mutually agreed to part ways, which seems reasonable. He is a solid football player and a great person, but there are likely better opportunities for both him and the team. This approach allows for cleaner roster management without negative implications.
With Anderson’s departure, Notre Dame’s recruiting class now consists of 21 players. As the early signing period in December approaches, it’s likely that the team will pursue several new prospects, whether they are currently committed elsewhere or not.
### 2025 Notre Dame Football Commits (21)
**Position / Player / State / Height / Weight / Rankings**
– **DL**: Davion Dixon, FL, 6’2″, 290 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **RB**: Justin Thurman, FL, 6’0″, 180 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **DL**: Joseph Reiff, IL, 6’5″, 230 (⭐⭐⭐)
– **TE**: James Flanigan, WI, 6’5″, 220 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **LB**: Dominik Hulak, IL, 6’3″, 225 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **CB**: Cree Thomas, AZ, 6’1″, 170 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **OL**: Will Black, CT, 6’7″, 295 (⭐⭐⭐)
– **EDGE**: Christopher Burgess, IL, 6’4″, 240 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **S**: Ethan Long, CT, 6’2″, 185 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **LB**: Ko’o Kia, HI, 6’2″, 210 (⭐⭐⭐)
– **OL**: Owen Strebig, WI, 6’8″, 295 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **WR**: Elijah Burress, NJ, 6’1″, 170 (⭐⭐⭐)
– **OL**: Matty Augustine, CT, 6’7″, 290 (⭐⭐⭐)
– **WR**: Jerome Bettis Jr., GA, 6’3″, 185 (⭐⭐⭐)
– **LB**: Anthony Sacca, PA, 6’4″, 230 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **CB**: Dallas Golden, FL, 6’0″, 175 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **DL**: Gordy Sulfsted, OH, 6’5″, 235 (⭐⭐⭐)
– **CB**: Mark Zachery, IN, 6’0″, 160 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **S**: JaDon Blair, NC, 6’4″, 200 (⭐⭐⭐⭐)
– **S**: Brandon Logan, IN, 6’1″, 190 (⭐⭐⭐)
– **ATH**: Antavious Richardson, GA, 6’2″, 170 (⭐⭐⭐)
Despite this setback, the Irish maintain a strong position at running back, though they are likely to pursue another recruit for the 2025 class.
Overall, while the departure is unfortunate, the mutual decision reflects respect between Anderson and the program. Best of luck to him in his future endeavors!
