Marcus Freeman updates on WR Quincy Porter's recovery status
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman provided an update on wide receiver Quincy Porter, who is recovering from a left patellar tendon surgery. Porter underwent a minor procedure on August 21 to expedite his recovery. While he was observed on the sidelines without a compression sleeve, Freeman indicated that Porter is still a few weeks away from being ready to contribute. In his absence, Micah Gilbert has emerged as a key player at the boundary receiver position. Notre Dame will open its season against Wisconsin on September 6.
- •Quincy Porter is recovering from January surgery on his left patellar tendon.
- •Porter underwent a procedure on August 21 to aid his recovery.
- •He is expected to remain out for a couple more weeks.
- •Micah Gilbert has emerged as a starter in Porter's absence.
- •Notre Dame opens its season against Wisconsin on September 6.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman gives update on WR Quincy Porter
"Now 7½ months removed from early January surgery to repair his left patellar tendon, 6-foot-4, 215-pound Quincy Porter remains out for Notre Dame.
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