Maybe the most electric player in college football heading into next season, Love is the definition of dynamic. He carried the ball 163 times in 2024 for 1,125 yards and 17 touchdowns — good for 6.9 yards per carry. He was also a threat out of the backfield, catching 28 passes for 237 yards and two more scores.
Already considered one of the top cover men in college football as a freshman, Moore is poised to break out further in 2025.
The potential is extremely high for Jagusah, who appeared in just three games in 2024 but is poised for a full-time role next season.
It was a slight surprise that Price decided to stay with the Fighting Irish after playing second fiddle to Jeremiyah Love in 2024 and is expected to fill the same role this upcoming fall.
Hinish played a big role last season as a rotational piece along the defensive line. At 6’2″, 280 pounds, he excels with his first step and quickness, which allowed him to have a strong statistical season in 2024.
Shuler stepped up big time during his sophomore season after contributing little during his freshman campaign.
Greathouse was Notre Dame’s leading receiver from a season ago after catching 42 passes for 592 yards and four touchdowns despite a slow start to the season.
Craig has served as a depth piece on the interior of the offensive line for the past few seasons, showing immense talent and promise.
The third-leading tackler from a season ago, Bowen is likely to fill the shoes of the departed Jack Kiser as the Irish’s tackle machine in 2025.
Williams served as the team’s third running back during his redshirt freshman season and excelled when given more opportunities late in the season.