Notre Dame names Tyler Buchner its starting QB

Sophomore Tyler Buchner will start the season at quarterback for Notre Dame.

Coach Marcus Freeman made the announcement on Saturday.

"It was time to give the offense clarity on who is the starting quarterback," Freeman told reporters, adding Buchner's running ability was a benefit.

A San Diego native, Buchner had been in competition with junior Drew Pyne. Both backed up Jack Coan last season.

In 2021, Buchner appeared