Overview

• Carr edged Kenny Minchey after an extended, even competition, with the decision announced Aug. 19 by the program.
• Set for his first career start on Aug. 31, Carr has appeared in one college game and has not attempted a pass.
• He succeeds Riley Leonard, now with the NFL’s Colts, as Steve Angeli transferred to Syracuse and was named the Orange’s starter.
• Marcus Freeman and Mike Denbrock signaled a protective approach early, leaning on a veteran line, receivers, and backs Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price.
• Notre Dame enters ranked No. 6 in the AP poll and opens at No. 10 Miami, a matchup some analysts say could influence whether Carr secures the job long term.