While this issue can easily be overlooked, it is definitely one that could have the largest impact on the season — and could very well end up costing the Irish a game or two. With the departure of captain and punter Tyler Newsome and Notre Dame football all-time leading scorer, kicker Justin Yoon, the Irish have huge shoes to fill at these positions.
Newsome — who was picked up by the Los Angeles Chargers — was considered by many as one of Notre Dame’s all-time best punters. Left to fill his position is freshmen punter Jay Bramblett. With him being a freshmen, many fans — including myself — are wary of what’s to come.