Notre Dame’s offensive line depth is often discussed through the lens of the impressive prospects it churns out. First round picks like Zack Martin and Ronnie Stanley. Early-round selections like Chris Watt and Nick Martin. Promising All-American prospects like Quenton Nelson and Mike McGlinchey.
But maybe a better illustration is the talent that is blocked from seeing the field. And rising junior Jimmy Byrne might be a perfect example of just how strong Harry Hiestand is recruiting the offensive line. Because an All-State offensive lineman from an Ohio powerhouse program that turned down Ohio State is a long, long way from seeing the field.