Tony Jones Jr. to Notre Dame: Fighting Irish Land 3-Star RB Prospect

Notre Dame bolstered its future backfield on Sunday, landing running back recruit Tony Jones Jr.   

Tyler James of the South Bend Tribune had the report:

BlueAndGold.com on Twitter added:

According to the 247Sports' composite rankings, Jones is a 3-star recruit from the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. Listed at 6'0" and 212 pounds, he's considered the No. 25 running back recruit in the country and the No. 54 prospect from the state of Florida overall.

Jones has been rising on many recruiting boards after a strong spring on the camp circuit, impressing at the Adidas Georgia Showcase and the Orlando Nike Regional camp, which earned him an invitation to the exclusive Nike camp, The Opening, this summer.

He rushed for 771 yards and 12 rushing touchdowns in the 2014 season, per his 247Sports profile, adding a touchdown reception and flashing his big-play potential as a runner in the process. At the talented IMG Academy, however, he found himself in a backfield with several other strong players, limiting his touches.

Still, Jones made the most of his touches and has impressed folks with his athleticism (he's also an excellent baseball player). Notre Dame appears to have gotten a recruiting steal here, as Jones' stock was really starting to soar.