RECRUITING

Cornerback Noah Boykin

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CB NOAH BOYKIN, 6-2, 176; WASHINGTON (D.C.) H.D. WOODSON

Rivals ranking: Four stars, No. 21 cornerback.

247Sports ranking: Four stars, No. 25 cornerback.

Notable numbers: 21 catches for 273 yards and one touchdown as a senior.

Birthday: Feb. 8, 1999.

First scholarship offer: Toledo.

Moment I knew I wanted to be Irish: "Close to signing day that pretty much sealed the deal for me."

One word to describe Brian Kelly: Extravagant. 

The one thing I won’t miss about the recruiting process: "Definitely the phone calls."

Best player I’ve played against: Virginia Tech WR Sean Savoy.

The last thing you watched on Netflix: "The Flash."

Most embarrassing song on my playlist: "B.E.D." by Jacquees. 

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Dream job (other than the NFL): "Have my own record label."

Expectations for my freshman season: "To see the field a lot. That's what everybody's expectations should be. I want to learn the system really fast."

Favorite football accomplishment: "Having three 100-yard interception returns."

Under Armour, Nike or Adidas: Nike.

What was the first position you played in football? Middle linebacker.

What’s your best sport other than football? Basketball.

Sports idol: Marcus Peters.

Preferred social media: Instagram.

Favorite musician/band: "I have a lot. I like Young Thug, Shy Glizzy, Migos and J. Cole." 

Celebrity crush: Rihanna.

How many times have you watched Rudy? "Four times."

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How many pets do you have? Two: a dog, Zelda, and a cat, Sparkle. 

Four-star cornerback Noah Boykin announced his commitment on National Signing Day. (Photo courtesy of Student Sports)