The 2020 season has been the ultimate introduction of Notre Dame’s stars to the rest of the country. Ian Book is being recognized as a winner after criticism all last year. Kyle Hamilton and JOK are both seen as 2 of the most athletic defenders in the country, and even Tommy Rees is gaining some credit as a play-caller.
Perhaps nobody has lacked recognition over the past three seasons more than the defensive coordinator Clark Lea who has turned the Irish defense into one of the most formidable units in the country, is finally getting that notice.