Notre Dame fans are currently divided on the quarterback situation as the team grapples with both success and uncertainty. After a dominant 66-7 win against Purdue, questions about the starting quarterback persist, even as the Irish rebounded from a shocking loss to Northern Illinois. Senior quarterback Riley Leonard, while effective with his legs—rushing for 100 yards and three touchdowns—has yet to throw a passing touchdown this season. This has caused concern among fans, who worry that Leonard’s reliance on the run could become a liability against stronger defenses later in the season.
Further complicating the debate is the strong performance of backup quarterback Steve Angeli, who threw two touchdowns against Purdue in limited playtime. Fans are now split between sticking with Leonard, who has led the offense but struggled in the air, and Angeli, who has shown promise as a passer. This has sparked intense discussions about the future of Notre Dame’s quarterback room, with some calling for Angeli to see more playing time, while others defend Leonard’s leadership and dual-threat capability.
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Adding fuel to the fire, Notre Dame’s depth at quarterback is impressive, with players like Kenny Minchey also scoring in recent games, while top prospect CJ Carr waits in the wings. The ongoing debate highlights the pressure on head coach Marcus Freeman to make decisions that could define the team’s season, especially with tough matchups looming.
