Notre Dame freshmen impress coaches with potential home run ability

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Notre Dame freshmen impress coaches with potential home run ability
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At a recent practice, Notre Dame coaches highlighted the promising skills of freshmen running backs Jonaz Walton and Javian Osborne. Offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock praised both players for their potential as 'home run hitters,' indicating their strong performances since joining the program as 4-star recruits. While Aneyas Williams is expected to start, Walton and Osborne have opportunities to contribute early in the season. Their development comes as the team faces the challenge of replacing key players from last year's roster.

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  • Jonaz Walton and Javian Osborne are freshmen running backs impressing coaches.
  • Mike Denbrock described them as 'home run hitters' during media availability.
  • Both entered Notre Dame as 4-star recruits.
  • Aneyas Williams is likely to be the starting running back.
  • Notre Dame is adapting after the departures of Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price.
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Another practice and yet more freshman showing they belong for Notre Dame, as a pair for running back show coaches their home run ability.

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