PORTAGE, MI –– Much like his family, Gregory Patrick has never shied away from a challenge.

So, what was his response when his values aligned with one of the most historically competitive football programs in the country?

Challenge accepted.

After blossoming into Michigan’s top-rated offensive linemen during his time at Portage Northern, the 4-star recruit turns to his next chapter: accepting the challenge to play football at Notre Dame, one of the most prestigious programs in all of college football.

Gregory officially put pen to paper, signing with the Fighting Irish on Wednesday during the early signing period for Division-I college football programs. Several coaches, friends and family members were on hand to take part in the signing celebration.

“We always talk at Northern about

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