Irish Defense Looks Nasty
Notre Dame continues its spring practice sessions as the competition for spots on defense intensifies. The Fighting Irish are well-stocked at all positions. Size, speed and athleticism are abundant with even more help on the way this summer.
It is becoming difficult to use words of caution or attempt to tamp down expectations. Overconfidence is a danger that lurks in the shadows but the coaches are preaching performance over press clippings. Let’s review the situation as we know it today.
EDGE/ DEFENSIVE END Old and new faces form the makings of an improved pass rush. Veteran Boubacar Traore leads the charge. He returned this season to raise his NFL draft position by turning quarterback pressures into sacks.
He was recovering from a knee injury last fall but is fully healthy right now. Reserve Loghan Thomas is also competing for playing time. He has experienced difficulty adding weight although he is very disruptive when given an opportunity.
Meanwhile, freshman Rodney Dunham has entered the fray and is already turning heads. It will be difficult to keep him off the field this season. Another highly regarded freshman, Ebenezer Ewetade, joins the team this summer.
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