Notre Dame Gives Freshmen Game Time, Focuses on Future

16/11/2025 1 min
Notre Dame Gives Freshmen Game Time, Focuses on Future

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Notre Dame Football Team Prioritizes Player Development in Final Regular-Season GamesFollowing their recent victory against Pittsburgh, the Notre Dame football team is strategically expanding opportunities for freshmen to gain valuable experience on the field. With only two games left in the regular season, the coaching staff is assessing talent and preparing for future seasons. Freshman cornerback Cree Thomas and tight end James Flanigan have seen increased playing time, with Thomas playing eight defensive snaps against Pittsburgh and Flanigan having a career-high fifteen plays on offense. The team is carefully managing Flanigans playing time to preserve his redshirt year, allowing him to gain experience without losing a year of eligibility. This focus on player development in the closing weeks of the season highlights Notre Dames forward-thinking strategy, balancing current performance with future potential.The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.