Top 2027 edge will commit Friday with Notre Dame as a top choice
Elite 2027 edge rusher Aidan O’Neil is set to announce his college commitment Friday, choosing between Notre Dame, Kentucky and Penn State.
Notre Dame football is are hoping it can add yet another huge piece to their future defensive line . Four-star edge rusher Aidan O'Neil told On3's Hayes Fawcett that he would announce his collegiate destination on Friday, May 1. He will be choosing between Notre Dame, Penn State , and Kentucky .
The 6-foot, 5-inch and 240-pound defender plans to reveal his decision live on the CBS Sports College Football Youtube channel in the morning, finalizing his commitment ahead of the 2027 recruiting cycle. O'Neil narrowed his list to Notre Dame, Penn State, and Kentucky after touring each campus earlier this spring. Notre Dame seems to be a strong favorite if one were to look at the predictions from experts both at 247Sports and On3.
The talented edge also said to Fawcett that Notre Dame’s blend of on‑field success and culture resonated with him, saying coaches emphasized that his personality fits the program and that he would be doing himself a disservice by not choosing South Bend. He also highlighted (subscription required) head coach Marcus Freeman’s pitch about his long‑term development and fit within the Irish defense, which has helped push Notre Dame to the top of his board. O'Neil was an All-state selection in New Jersey where he finished with 54-tackles (16 TFL), 7.
5-sacks and two forced fumbles. Andrew Ivins of 247Sports says Aidan is a high-effort edge defender that can go speed to power on the corner. NEWS: 4⭐️EDGE Aiden O'Neil will announce his commitment LIVE on the CBS Sports College Football YouTube Channel.