One of the most promising edge blockers coming out of high school in next year’s college football recruiting class is drawing closer to what will be an impactful commitment, and now some lucky few programs have emerged as contenders to earn his vote of confidence. Four-star Middletown (Del.) offensive tackle Layton Von Brandt has revealed he’s down to four elite college football programs ahead of his 2027 recruiting decision, including two SEC contenders and the school he was once committed to. What schools are in the lead? MICHAEL CLUBB/SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Separating themselves from the pack is still Notre Dame , which has been able to take and hold some serious momentum in its pursuit of Von Brandt during the process, and coming off a very successful spring visit that solidified their connection.…