Irish247 has learned that Maria Stein (Ohio) Marion Local four-star offensive lineman John Dirksen is the newest Notre Dame commit.

The 6-5, 295-pounder chose the Fighting Irish over offers from Northwestern, Iowa State, Kentucky, Michigan State and Vanderbilt.

Dirksen has been one of a few top offensive line priorities for offensive line coach Harry Hiestand. The staff offered on Jan. 31 and has pushed hard ever since.

The commitment occurred during this weekend's unofficial visit to South Bend, as Dirksen and his family were able to get around the program and become comfortable with the athletic and academic side of the university.

Per the 247Sports Composite rankings, Dirksen is the No. 293 overall recruit nationally, No. 23 offensive tackle in the land and No. 13 prospect in Ohio from the class of 2018.