CJ Carr, the grandson of former Michigan head coach Lloyd Carr, is expected to lead the Notre Dame Fighting Irish as their starting quarterback in 2025. Carr, who redshirted his freshman year, has pleased coaches and experts with his improved performance and potential.
‘Young Prodigy’ CJ Carr Has Big Expectations for 2025
Carr, a redshirt freshman, will take over at QB, marking an end to Notre Dame’s trust in transfer quarterbacks and embarking on a fresh start for the team’s offense.
Former Notre Dame tight end Mitchell Evans has praised Carr as a “young prodigy.”
Former Notre Dame tight end Mitchell Evans on Irish quarterback CJ Carr…
“He’s a young prodigy. There’s a lot of talk about him, and I kind of believe it seeing the way he works and the way he handles himself. When his number is called, we’ll be in good hands.” (via @OchoK_) pic.twitter.com/d1jNL0mwt5
— Tyler Horka (@tbhorka) February 28, 2025
“There’s a lot of talk about him, and I kind of believe it, just seeing the way he works and the way he handles himself. When his number is called, too, Notre Dame will be in good hands,” Evans, who is preparing for the NFL Draft, said about Carr’s skills.
Carr’s football bloodline is noteworthy; he is the grandson of former Michigan head coach Lloyd Carr. Carr accumulated over 8,000 throwing yards and 78 touchdowns while attending Saline High School in Michigan, confirming himself as a top quarterback recruit.
As the 2025 season approaches, Carr will be competing for the starting quarterback position. This competition is intended to be the centerpiece of Notre Dame’s spring training.
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Analysts and former teammates believe Carr’s leadership and skill set could substantially boost Notre Dame’s offensive prowess. His ability to execute tricky plays and stay calm under pressure makes him a possible significant asset to the team’s success this season.
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