
Fall Practice Signals Optimism for Notre Dame’s 2026 Football Season
Notre Dame’s first fall practice of 2026 showcased coach Marcus Freeman’s active leadership, the emergence of quarterback CJ Carr as a clear starter, and the continued development of key defensive pieces such as Kyngstonn Viliamu‑Asa and Adon Shuler, while acknowledging the need for experience among younger players and transfers.


