Notre Dame University has announced that redshirt freshman CJ Carr will be the starting quarterback for the 2025 season opener against Miami on August 31. Carr, who is the grandson of former Michigan head coach Lloyd Carr, won the starting job over sophomore Kenny Minchey. The decision was confirmed by multiple sources and highlights Notre Dame's preparation for the upcoming season as the No. 6 ranked team. Miami, ranked No. 10, is set to face the Irish in this highly anticipated matchup. Carr’s appointment as the signal caller follows Notre Dame’s runner-up finish in the National Championship the previous season.