Notre Dame maintains run-first offense despite draft losses
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:49 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
On August 6, 2026, Notre Dame football confirmed it will retain a run-first offensive identity this season. The Irish, who lost two running backs to the NFL draft last year, also return a potential Heisman Trophy candidate at quarterback. This approach remains unchanged as they prepare for the upcoming campaign, keeping in line with the team's established offensive strategy.
- •Notre Dame lost two running backs to the NFL draft.
- •A potential Heisman Trophy candidate returns at quarterback.
- •The team will not change its offensive identity this fall.
- 5:41 PMESPN — Fighting Irish remain committed to run-oriented game - ESPN
"Notre Dame lost two running backs to the first round of the NFL draft after last season and returns a potential Heisman Trophy candidate at quarterback, but the Irish this fall will not deviate from their offensive identity.
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