Overview

• Brady Quinn said on the Dan Patrick show that Notre Dame’s defense is “stout” and “one of the best,” forecasting a low-scoring trip to Miami given the Hurricanes’ defensive overhaul and new quarterback Carson Beck.
• The Irish return substantial experience from last year’s 14–2 runner-up campaign, yet their quarterbacks have only three career pass attempts as C.J. Carr steps in.
• Analysts expect Notre Dame to lean on the ground game led by Jeremiyah Love, who produced 1,125 rushing yards, 17 touchdowns, and receiving gains in 2024, with depth from Jadarian Price and Aneyas Williams.
• ClutchPoints’ preseason predictions project Carr starting all 12 games, an 11–1 regular season, and a first-round College Football Playoff exit.
• Marcus Freeman’s camp focus includes a deep defensive end rotation, while ClutchPoints tags sophomore Bryce Young as a potential breakout with an 8–12 sack outlook.