If there is one position that [autotag]Notre Dame[/autotag] needs to see much more production from, it’s at wide receiver.
The recent lack of success at the position is troubling, but a number of factors can be attributed to the issues. First off, quarterback play has been so-so, but with the addition of Wake Forest transfer [autotag]Sam Hartman[/autotag], that looks like it won’t be a problem this fall.
The focus on the ground game also held back the group, but having a quarterback who can stretch the field vertically won’t make the running the ball as much of a focal point this fall.
Another reason is talent and 247Sports believes that true freshman [autotag]Jaden Greathouse[/autotag] has skill in abundance and was chosen as a first-year player who will make an impact this fall.
The Texan brings some needed size at 6-foot, 2-inch and 220 pounds and versatility. Chris Hummer, who wrote the article says Greathouse “can play outside as a big vertical receiver and can work inside as a big slot.”
Angeli to Greathouse for a 19 yard gain 😎#GoIrish☘️ pic.twitter.com/ZeFh4PxNQC
— Notre Dame Football (@NDFootball) April 22, 2023
Hummer also singles out fellow receiver [autotag]Rico Flores[/autotag] as another who could not only see the field early but make a contribution. It all goes back to finding talented players and so far the early returns from head coach [autotag]Marcus Freeman[/autotag]’s tenure is exactly that.
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