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Former Louisville DT learns spotlight fades fast in Notre Dame depth chart release

Former Louisville DT learns not every door leads to more with Notre Dame's depth chart release for Week 1 showdown against Miami.

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Louisville football's defensive line took a massive hit this offseason when the Cardinals lost some key pieces from their 2024 roster. However, it could have been far less severe if star defensive tackle Jared Dawson had returned to the Cardinals rather than entering the Transfer Portal.

This defensive line proved yesterday that it has a high ceiling with the returners it brought back and the transfers it brought in, but the line could have been even better with the key experience and explosiveness that Dawson brings to the table.