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Notre Dame's CJ Carr: Heisman Hopeful for Playoff Push

3/7/2026

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Notre Dame aims to reach the College Football Playoff next season, relying on Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr.
Carr is viewed as a rising star and Heisman candidate after ranking fifth with a 168.1 passer rating.
ESPN analyst Bill Connelly ranks him as top quarterback in the NCAA Power Four.
With Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price moving to the NFL, Notre Dame must boost its passing game, raising Carr's leadership.

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Story summary

Notre Dame aims to reach the College Football Playoff next season, relying on Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr.
Carr is viewed as a rising star and Heisman candidate after ranking fifth with a 168.1 passer rating.
ESPN analyst Bill Connelly ranks him as top quarterback in the NCAA Power Four.
With Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price moving to the NFL, Notre Dame must boost its passing game, raising Carr's leadership.