Notre Dame's Carr leans on unlikely cast vs Miami — SkimNews
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- CJ Carr ranks No. 8 nationally in QBR with 18 touchdown passes and one interception through eight games, establishing himself as Notre Dame’s offensive engine.
- Jordan Faison, originally a lacrosse walk-on, became Notre Dame’s leading receiver and team captain, converting his scholarship to football after a 115-yard Sun Bowl performance.
- Nolan James Jr. leads Notre Dame in rushing with 519 yards on 90 carries, emerging as the primary back after the NFL departures of Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price.
- Jonaz Walton, the nation's No. 14 running back recruit, averages 6.9 yards per carry and has delivered two 100-yard games, though his usage fluctuates against top opponents.
- Micah Gilbert broke out with eight catches for 170 yards against Michigan State, evolving into a key receiving threat after recording only nine receptions in his first two seasons.
- Jerome Bettis Jr. recorded career highs with six receptions and 78 yards against Navy, marking his most significant contribution in his sophomore season.
Why it matters: Notre Dame must win with unproven offensive talent surrounding CJ Carr, as the lack of experienced depth at running back and wide receiver increases reliance on breakout performances from players like Walton and Gilbert. With Miami’s No. 1 scoring offense looming, the Irish’s playoff path depends on whether these emerging contributors can sustain production under pressure.
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