Notre Dame's defense shows depth ahead of 2026 football season

Notre Dame prepares for the 2026 football season with a highly talented defense lacking apparent weaknesses. The defensive line features standout players such as Boubacar Traore and Bryce Young, alongside key transfers like Francis Brewu and Tionne Gray. The linebacker group, including captain Drayk Bowen and Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, boasts five experienced veterans. Cornerback Leonard Moore leads a strong secondary with formidable support from transfers DJ McKinney and Jayden Sanders. The depth across all positions positions Notre Dame as a formidable unit, but success in live games remains uncertain.

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