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to the ball, and the ability to play off blocks and make plays. A sideline-to-sideline type of backer, he has enormous potential. … He has the frame to weight 240 in college and is a blue-chipper all the way." Recruitment: Accepted an offer from Stanford on the spot June 25, 2011 … Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia were among other programs that offered and all received an unofficial visit, but the one from Notre Dame in late February got his attention and prompted a junior day visit on March 24, 2012 … He decided to decommit from the Cardinal on Sept. 5 and committed to the Irish just two days later … Traveled to campus for the Notre Dame-Michigan game on Sept. 22 on an unofficial visit and used his first and only official visit to return for the Football Awards Show over the Dec. 7 weekend. He was hosted by former teammate and Irish freshman C.J. Prosise … Primarily recruited by tight ends coach and special teams coordinator Scott Booker. Why He Chose Notre Dame: "I just felt at home. It's a small, tight-knit community that is similar to Woodberry Forest, so it will be an easy transition for me." Jason Sapp's Scouting Report: Normally don't see projected outside linebackers lining up at wide receiver, but Randolph is capable of handling those duties with his athleticism … He's lean with a good frame for the hybrid role in the 3-4 look … Quick on his feet laterally, reacts to the play well, has a good get-off on the line of scrimmage and uses hands well in pass rush … Possesses field awareness to drop off into coverage and will be able to make something happen when he gets the ball in his hands. 2013 Projection: Will come in as a Cat (outside linebacker/defensive end hybrid) and noted early in the process that he was the top target for the staff at his position. He could be in position to get an early look as a special teams contributor due to his size and ability to run.