As Riley Leonard finds his stride, Notre Dame's College Football Playoff hopes are back in focus. Can the rising star QB guide the Irish to the CFP?
Riley Leonard did not get off to an electric start early this season running the Irish offense. The passing numbers were downright ugly, and the offense felt disjointed as it struggled to find rhythm and efficiency. In the passing game, Notre Dame was near the bottom of almost all statistical passing categories a month into the season.
Riley Leonard missed nearly all of Spring camp with injury. Notre Dame has a new OC implementing a new offensive system, the offensive line was battling multiple catastrophic injuries and the receiver room was simply trying to find any viable pass catchers from a rebuilding unit. Sep 21, 2024; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Riley Leonard runs the ball as Miami Redhawks defensive end Josh Lukusa defends in the second quarter at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images / Matt Cashore-Imagn ImagesAs the season has moved along, the newly reconfigured offensive line has had multiple games to work together and Riley Leonard has had more time to settle into the offense and work with his new receivers.
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