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Notre Dame Defensive Depth Chart Breakdown: Freshman Standouts, Injuries & Key Rotation Battles
Notre Dame football defensive depth chart breakdown from spring practice including defensive line standouts, linebacker injuries, secondary battles, and key position competitions heading into the 2026 season. Tyler Wojciak, host of Locked On Irish, analyzes the defensive depth chart at the midpoint of spring practice, highlighting breakout performers on the defensive line, questions at linebacker due to injuries, and ongoing competitions in the secondary.
(0:00) - Intro
(1:45) - Defensive Line
(11:47) - Defensive Backs
(22:09) - Linebackers
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