Notre Dame Fighting Irish freshman Ethan Long has already made a small mark on the team with an interception late in the 2026 Blue-Gold spring game.

Long stepped in front of a Noah Grubbs pass for the pick.

While the offense's passing game improved throughout the afternoon, the defense didn't stop making plays -- plays such as Long's interception.

Interception by freshman @Ethan_Long8!#GoIrish☘️ pic.twitter.com/uoHYqBhYGN

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