Notre Dame football has tons of talent on its roster, and here are five players who could emerge from the pack to stardom.

As sophomore offensive lineman Will Black emerges as a potential starter for the Irish, he has been named to a preseason watchlist for an award

Notre Dame football has a ton of roster talent going into the 2026 CFB season. Who are the highest upside Fighting Irish players?

With massive prospects Will Black and Guerby Lambert stepping into starting roles, the Irish trade experience for raw athleticism to solidify a championship-caliber wall in South Bend.

Will Black's emergence reshapes Notre Dame's offensive line, promising size, athleticism, and a potentially dominant tackle duo for 2026.