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Notre Dame Football: 5 Reasons Why the Irish Should Be Optimistic About 2016

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Despite a flurry of draft departures, there’s plenty of optimism for Notre Dame Football, heading toward the 2016 season.

Yes, offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley, wide receiver Will Fuller, running back C.J. Prosise, cornerback KeiVarae Russell and linebacker Jaylon Smith are off to the NFL. But the Irish, coming off a 10-3 season that culminated with a loss to Ohio State in the Fiesta Bowl on Jan. 1, are bringing back some key pieces on both sides of the ball.

Quarterbacks

DeShone Kizer

Notre Dame’s 2016 outlook rightly starts at the quarterback position.