This installment of Know Thyself, Know Thy Enemy takes a look at a player and position group about which the Irish have a lot to be excited in 2015. There is probably no more dynamic position in all of defensive football, as linebackers are called upon to do all things. They’ve developed into punishingly strong, fast players who are able to drop into pass protection on one play and de-helmet the quarterback on the next.
For Notre Dame, its linebacking corps is full of proven talent and promise. Captains Joe Schmidt and Jaylon Smith anchor a deep group that sees the return of Jarrett Grace to pre-injury form.