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Notre Dame’s linebackers are national darlings, ranked No. 2 by Athlon Sports, and they’re loaded with returning stars—five key players back, including two starters and a captain. This isn’t just depth; it’s elite production, with over 1,900 snaps and 200 tackles last season, and nearly 4,000 snaps, 500 tackles, and tons of tackles for loss across their careers. No other unit in college football brings back that kind of proven firepower. Drayk Bowen, the veteran captain with 28 starts, anchors the defense, while Jaiden Ausberry quietly stepped up as a force in tackles for loss and even filled in at middle linebacker. Jaylen Sneed is finally clicking, showing his most consistent spring yet, and KyngSTONN Viliamu-Asa, recovering from ACL surgery, is expected back early and ready to be a versatile run-stopper and pass-rusher. With this talent and experience, they’re not just contenders—they’re poised to claim the top spot.

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