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Douglas Farmer

Benjamin Morrison was not expected to play much as a freshman. He threw those thoughts out the window with one of the most memorable debut seasons in decades.
Adon Shuler’s recruiting rankings never aligned with his scholarship offers, a three-star prospect sought by Ohio State, Alabama and Georgia.
One of four running backs to commit to the Irish in the 2023 recruiting cycle, only Jeremiyah Love signed on the dotted line, though it could be argued he was also the best of the four.
Ben Minich was starring in spring practices before a broken thumb cost him their end. He may not crack the lineup in 2023, but the immediate playmaking bodes well for the future.
Listed measurements: 6-foot-⅛, 215 pounds. 2023-24 year, eligibility: An early-enrolled freshman, Ausberry has all four seasons of eligibility remaining.
Jack Kiser has gone from an underrated three-star recruit to a likely captain and key piece to Notre Dame’s defense entering 2023.
Preston Zinter’s older brother has become a Michigan star, yet the younger, defensive-minded Zinter chose an Irish future.
JD Bertrand committed to Note Dame without the promise of a scholarship. He is now poised to lead the Irish in tackling for a third straight year.
Matt Salerno arrived at Notre Dame simply hoping to practice with the Irish. Now he should be in the receiver rotation for a second, and final, year.
Benjamin Morrison’s 2022 success created undue hype for Christian Gray entering the spring. Tempering that may be the first step to his long-term success.
Osafo-Mensah spent four seasons either injured or backing up future NFL players. Now that it’s his turn, can he break out for the Irish?
For a second straight year, the Irish turned to the transfer market to find a place kicker. Spencer Shrader struggled from distance in 2022, can he return to his 2021 form in South Bend?
The in-state product led many of the Irish recruiting efforts over the last year. Now his focus turns to putting on muscle before focusing on his primary sport.
A high school linebacker, a special teams maven and a hard-headed blocker, but could Davis Sherwood become a receiving threat?
The lengthy and young end will give the Irish depth at one of their most versatile defensive positions.
Nolan Ziegler may go from one appearance in 2022 to a needed backup in 2023.
Once a heralded LB recruit, Tuihalamaka has moved to Vyper end full-time
Second safety pledge in a week will help fill Irish roster hole.
Once heralded as a freshman, will Rocco Spindler find playing time as a junior?
The veteran leader of Notre Dame’s line will start right in its middle.
Fisher playing his way into NFL draft consideration could change Notre Dame’s season