Summary
Notre Dame is looking to strengthen its football team by considering Wayne Knight, a running back from James Madison, as a potential new player. This decision follows their exclusion from the College Football Playoff despite a successful season and losing their star running back, Jeremiyah Love, to the NFL.
Key Facts
- Notre Dame finished the season with a 10-2 record but did not make it to the College Football Playoff.
- Marcus Freeman is the head coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team.
- Notre Dame needs to replace their star running back, Jeremiyah Love, who entered the 2026 NFL Draft.
- Wayne Knight from James Madison has entered the NCAA transfer portal and is a potential candidate for Notre Dame.
- Knight had an impressive 2025 season with 1,373 rushing yards and nine touchdowns.
- Coach Freeman may consider Knight as a strong addition to Notre Dame's backfield.
- Several other schools are also interested in recruiting Wayne Knight.
