Notre Dame Football Holds Offense-Focused Practice

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Notre Dame's football team held its seventh spring practice, with the media observing the first four periods of the session. The practice focused on offense, with players working on position drills and punt blocking. Several injured players, including center Ashton Craig, were seen in the rehab process during the viewing period.

Why it matters

Spring practices are crucial for college football teams to evaluate talent, install new schemes, and prepare for the upcoming season. Notre Dame is looking to build on a strong 2025 campaign and these practices give the coaching staff a chance to assess the team's progress.

The details

The offensive line conducted drills outside the Irish Athletics Center on the LaBar Practice Field, while other players worked on punt blocking inside. Head coach Marcus Freeman even participated in the punt block drill, punting soccer balls as players rushed to block the kicks. Several injured players, including center Ashton Craig, were seen going through rehab exercises as they work to return to full strength.

• The practice was Notre Dame's seventh of the spring season.
• The media was allowed to observe the first four periods of the practice session.