Notre Dame Riley Leonard was named as a semifinalist for the Comeback Player of the Year. Leonard suffered multiple injuries over the last year — most notably against the Irish in 2023 with the Duke Blue Devils that essentially ended his season.
From the ND press release:
Leonard Tabbed Semifinalist for Comeback Player of the Year Award
SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Senior quarterback Riley Leonard has been named a semifinalist for the 2024 Comeback Player of the Year Award, presented by College Sports Communicators, Associated Press and the Fiesta Bowl Organization.