It only took five games, but the Notre Dame Fighting Irish depth chart has finally been turned upside down for the upcoming game against the NC State Wolfpack- at least on defense.
| Position | 1st Team | 2nd Team (& OR) |
| Quarterback | DeShone Kizer | Malik Zaire |
| Running Back | Josh Adams | Tarean Folston OR Dexter Williams |
| W Receiver | Equanimeous St. |