Notre Dame football continues to evaluate right guard options ahead of opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:39 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

With just under two weeks until the season opener against Wisconsin, Notre Dame football is still assessing its right guard position. Sullivan Absher started as the leading candidate, but Styles Prescod has gained attention during fall camp. Offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock highlighted that the competition remains open, with various players including Joe Otting and Ashton Craig also in the mix. Prescod, who previously functioned as a backup, aims to secure a starting role as practices and scrimmages progress.
- •Sullivan Absher and Styles Prescod are contenders for right guard.
- •Joe Otting and Ashton Craig are also in the competition at center.
- •Prescod was noted for his improvement during recent drills.
- •Notre Dame will face Wisconsin in their season opener.
- 1:39 AMYahoo Sports — Who's at right guard? Notre Dame football is still figuring that out
"Sullivan Absher entered fall camp as the leading candidate at right guard, but Styles Prescod is getting a look there for Notre Dame football.
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