Ethan Long brings NFL-looking size and early upside to Notre Dame’s secondary
Long is a 6-foot-3, 211-pound safety whose size, range, and modern-game fit made him a coveted recruit, and in 2025 he flashed with three tackles and an interception in limited action across four games. He stands out more for prototype traits and projection than box-score volume, which matters for a Notre Dame secondary that values physical, versatile defenders who can grow into bigger roles. The main question is reps, not tools: if you want a longer, upside-driven safety with developing production and strong pedigree, he looks like a good fit.
