New Delhi, May 2 -- Notre Dame strengthened their long-term quarterback plans on Friday by securing a verbal pledge from top-rated pocket passer Wonderful Monds IV. The 6-foot-2, 225-pound standout from Vero Beach High School in Florida chose the Fighting Irish over finalists Florida State and Ohio State. He made the announcement live on "The Pat McAfee Show" during a special ceremony at his school, where he will begin his third season as the starting quarterback this fall.

Monds brings size, arm talent, and proven production to South Bend. His decision marks Notre Dame's ninth commitment from the SC Next 300 in the 2027 cycle and comes just hours after four-star defensive end Aidan O'Neil joined the class.

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