N otre Dame has finally made a decision on its starting quarterback for the 2025 season, announcing that redshirt freshman CJ Carr has won the starting quarterback battle and will open up for the Irish in the season opener against Miami (Fla.) on August 31.

Notre Dame's football program prides itself on having one of the best defenses in college football year in and year out.

“They’re both good enough to help us win football games, and that’s why it’s such a close competition,” Denbrock said.