Top recruit Elijah Golden will announce his college choice on July 26th, favoring Notre Dame.

Top recruit Elijah Golden, a defensive lineman from Sarasota, Florida, will announce his college choice on July 26th. Golden, ranked as the No. 107 overall player in the 2026 class, is considering Notre Dame, Alabama, Oklahoma, and Virginia Tech. Recent visits to Notre Dame seem to favor them in his decision, as they seek to strengthen their defensive line and aim for a national championship.