No matter the season — good, bad or ugly — there will always be surprises. Forecasting these bold predictions is typically the problem. So many variables go into a season, but that is the beauty of sports — and Notre Dame football.
At this time last year, no one expected Te’von Coney to lead Notre Dame in tackles, subsequently having that lead to a possible early departure for the NFL draft. In a more negative light, Equanimeous St. Brown was supposed to expand on his breakout sophomore campaign and become the next first round Notre Dame wide receiver.