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Notre Dame Coach Faces QB Dilemma After Leonard's Exit

4/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Notre Dame's head coach Marcus Freeman is in the hot seat as he assesses three quarterbacks—Steve Angeli, CJ Carr, and Kenny Minchey—to fill the void left by Riley Leonard's exit. The decision hinges on their performance, while former quarterback Drew Pyne embarks on a new journey at Bowling Green after his time at Missouri and Arizona State.

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Historical Context

Marcus Freeman faces a pivotal moment at Notre Dame, evaluating quarterbacks after Riley Leonard's exit. This mirrors the 2021 season when Freeman stepped in as head coach, following Brian Kelly’s departure. Historically, Notre Dame has produced top talent, winning seven Heisman Trophies and boasting a storied football legacy.

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Story summary

Notre Dame's head coach Marcus Freeman is in the hot seat as he assesses three quarterbacks—Steve Angeli, CJ Carr, and Kenny Minchey—to fill the void left by Riley Leonard's exit. The decision hinges on their performance, while former quarterback Drew Pyne embarks on a new journey at Bowling Green after his time at Missouri and Arizona State.

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