5-star OL Locks in Notre Dame Visit as Irish Battle for Elite 2027 Prospect

Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame hope to secure commitment from top-ranked offensive lineman Albert Simien

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The 2027 recruiting cycle is heating up as top prospects begin scheduling visits with their top college programs. One such recruit is five-star interior offensive lineman Albert Simien, who recently confirmed he will take a three-day visit to Notre Dame from March 20-22. Simien is ranked as the No. 2 OL in the 2027 class and the No. 2 player in Louisiana. Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman is hoping to secure a commitment from Simien, who is also being recruited by other top programs like Nebraska, Texas A&M, and Florida.

Why it matters

Offensive line is a key position of need for Notre Dame in the coming seasons, so landing a top talent like Simien would be a major boost for the Irish. As one of the highest-ranked OL prospects in the 2027 class, Simien's commitment could help solidify Notre Dame's offensive line for years to come.

The details

Simien recently became a new five-star recruit in Rivals' latest rankings, cementing his status as one of the top offensive line prospects in the 2027 class. The 6'5", 310-pound lineman from Lake Charles, Louisiana is known for his size, run-blocking ability, and skill in pass protection. Notre Dame is looking to secure an official visit with Simien after his initial three-day trip to South Bend, with the hope of ultimately landing his commitment.

  • Simien will visit Notre Dame from March 20-22, 2026.
  • Notre Dame is hoping to secure an official visit with Simien after his initial trip.

The players

Albert Simien

A five-star interior offensive lineman ranked as the No. 2 OL in the 2027 recruiting class and the No. 2 player in Louisiana.

Marcus Freeman

The head coach of the Notre Dame football team, who is leading the charge to recruit Simien to join the Irish.

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What they’re saying

“No. 2 OL in 2027 will spend three days in South Bend ☘️”

— Kyle Kelly (Blue & Gold)

What’s next

Notre Dame will hope to secure an official visit with Simien after his initial three-day trip to South Bend, with the ultimate goal of landing his commitment to join the Irish.

The takeaway

Landing a top-tier offensive line prospect like Albert Simien would be a major coup for Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame as they look to rebuild their offensive line in the coming years. Securing Simien's commitment could help solidify the Irish's offensive front for the long term.