Many story lines will form later this summer as the Fighting Irish prepare for the upcoming season. One of the more important ones will be the medical progress of Joe Schmidt. This lightly recruited, undersized linebacker has overcome many challenges to become the middle linebacker for Notre Dame. Can he play as well this year a severe leg injuries? Let’s find out about the player and the man Notre Dame fans have come to admire.
Joe Schmidt graduated form Mater Dei High School in Orange County, California. He was a three year starter at Mater Dei and recorded over 220 tackles in his career.