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Two Notre Dame players make USA TODAY’s preseason All-American team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 9:51 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Two Notre Dame players make USA TODAY’s preseason All-American team
Summary

Notre Dame football has two players named to the USA TODAY 2026 preseason All-American team. Cornerback Leonard Moore earns first-team honors, establishing himself as a top player nationally. Guard Anthonie Knapp is recognized on the second team while transitioning from tackle to guard. Some observers believe other Irish players, such as safety Brauntae Johnson and linebacker Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, could have also been considered. The college football season begins shortly, and further player performances will influence future All-American selections.

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  • •Leonard Moore named to first-team, Anthonie Knapp to second-team.
  • •Moore recognized as a top player regardless of position.
  • •Knapp transitions from tackle to guard to better suit his skills.
  • •Some notable players, including Brauntae Johnson, were not selected.
  • •The college football season starts in less than two weeks.
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  • 9:51 PMYahoo Sports — Two Notre Dame stars named to USA TODAY’s preseason All-American team
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Notre Dame football saw two of its stars getting more preseason love, as they were named to the USA TODAY All-American team.

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