Irish Eyes Audio: John Ryan

Cleveland, Ohio defensive end John Ryan tried to make the biggest call of his life on Wednesday and got two answering machines--such is life according to Ryan. Ryan did finally reach the Irish coaching staff and gave his verbal commitment to become Notre Dame's 8th commitment of the 2006 season.

John Ryan finally was able to make his verbal commitment on Wednesday, and we spoke with 6-5, 240-pound defensive end prospect tonight to get the entire picture of his recruitment. Check out Ryan's story in this Irish Eyes Audio