Most intriguing transfer portal options at center

Most intriguing transfer portal options at center #GoBucks

We already broke down our expectations for how Ohio State could handle the quarterback position and then dove into the possible running backs. We also and recently covered the wide receiver position (if things break a certain way), tight ends, and offensive tackle, and guards, but next on the list is the center position.

This list means a whole lot less since the commitment of a former Alabama Crimson Tide starter, but I already started this piece and watched all of the players listed, so you get to see it, but lucky for us the addition was a HUGE one and that talented player makes an appearance on this list.

The likelihood of the Buckeyes adding another anchor to the offensive line is slim to none, but it wouldn’t be shocking to see another player with starting experience at center be added and moved to guard. Most people are expecting another addition to the offensive line and that means there is still an opportunity for the guys below.

Another Notre Dame football player enters the transfer portal

Good luck Zeke!

It hasn’t been the best day for Notre Dame football and the transfer portal.

Already defensive lineman Nana Osafo-Mensah and wide receiver Chris Tyree entered the portal. Now you can add center [autotag]Zeke Correll[/autotag] to the growing list.

The Irish’s starting center announced on Monday evening that he will leave the program as a graduate transfer and look for a new playing home. Correll’s move is a bit odd, as he looked to have a firm grasp on the starting position.

The good news is that Notre Dame has plenty of options along the line, but depth may become an issue going forward.

We wish Zeke the best of luck as he looks to finish his collegiate playing career elsewhere.

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Notre Dame without starting center vs. Stanford

He remains out for Notre Dame…

For the second week in a row Notre Dame will be without their starting center Zeke Correll.  Correll suffered a concussion prior to the Wake Forest game and missed last week’s contest.  He will again Saturday night as the Irish close out the regular season at Stanford.

Notre Dame will again turn to Ashton Craig who started in Correll’s place a week ago.  As it stands now Craig figures to be in the conversation to be a regular starter next season and the experience to close the 2023 regular season certainly shouldn’t hurt.

Notre Dame is set to kickoff at Stanford at 7:00 p.m. ET in a game that can be seen on Pac 12 Network.

Notre Dame to be without starting lineman vs. Wake Forest

Was certainly a possibility but is now certain ahead of kickoff.

As Notre Dame gets set to kickoff senior day against Wake Forest at 2:30 p.m. ET Saturday, they’ll do so shorthanded on their offensive line.

Earlier in the week it was announced that offensive guard Rocco Spindler had surgery and would be done for the season.  On Saturday it was announced about 90 minutes before kickoff that starting center [autotag]Zeke Correll[/autotag] will not play in the 2023 home finale.

Sophomore Ashton Craig has been listed second on the depth chart all season so expect to see him on Notre Dame’s offensive line as a result.

Kickoff is at 2:30 p.m. ET and the game can be seen on NBC or Peacock.

Stay tuned to Fighting Irish Wire for all of your Notre Dame-Wake Forest game coverage.

Watch: Notre Dame football’s Zeke Correll does ‘Super Troopers’ syrup chug

Chug Zeke Chug!

One of my favorite all-time comedies is Super Troopers and there are certain scenes that stand out for me.

The syrup chugging scene is hilarious in my eyes and to my surprise on Friday afternoon,[autotag]Notre Dame[/autotag] offensive lineman [autotag]Zeke Correll[/autotag] emulated the classic scene, which you can watch right here (warning: there is some adult language so please watch on your own).

Correll says that 4 years ago, he learned this unique skill which isn’t normal at all. The 6-foot, 3-inch and 305-pound lineman performed this act in front of all his teammates, and lucky for us shared it on X, the website formerly known as Twitter.

Check out Correll’s chugging feat below.

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Five keys for Notre Dame to return to the College Football Playoff in 2023

What are your keys for the Irish to make the CFP?

For many year two head coaches, that’s the season when it all comes together and guess what? [autotag]Notre Dame[/autotag]’s [autotag]Marcus Freeman[/autotag] is about to start his second full season in South Bend.

The expectations are extremely high, especially considering the Irish finally have a quarterback that can lead them to a title in [autotag]Sam Hartman[/autotag]. The recruiting has seen an uptick in the Freeman era, while player development is also on the same trajectory.

Next is the on-field results and the Irish have an opportunity to return to the College Football Playoff this season, but there are few keys that need to happen for the Irish to play for a title. Find out which five in my eyes are most important.

Notre Dame players named to preseason award watch lists

Will anyone win this year?

It’s the time of year when we start seeing award watch lists come out in anticipation of the college football season. With Notre Dame expected to be highly ranked once again, there are plenty of players who are ripe for watching. Whether or not any of them actually take home any of this hardware is anyone’s guess right now, but they’re at least on the radar of those who know college football best.

In some cases, more than one Notre Dame player is on the watch list for the same award. Also, as different award watch lists come on different days, it can be difficult to keep track of them all. Rest assured, we will be doing just that as these lists continue to come out.

At season’s end, we’ll find out if any of them or maybe somebody different becomes the first national award winner for the Irish since [autotag]Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah[/autotag] won the Butkus Award in 2020:

Keys for Notre Dame to upset Clemson

Lots of keys for the Irish in this battle

More keys? You bet there are as this game isn’t just going to hinge on a few moments for the Irish. Clemson is that older brother that you try and try to beat, with a win here and there. The Irish split their series in the COVID season of 2020, with the Tigers winning the ACC crown as their prize. Another undefeated Clemson team will return to South Bend, but this time a few different cast members are leading this charge. Find out more keys (if you haven’t check out John Kennedy’s keys, read them here) to the Irish pulling off another upset this fall.

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The day after: Lasting thoughts on Notre Dame’s win over Cal

What are you still thinking about after the Irish’s first win this season?

First, off, I want to apologize for the lateness of this post. Kinda had an important event, my sister got married. We know all good college football fans wouldn’t ever think of doing having a fall wedding, and my sister isn’t the biggest sports fan at all.

Anyways, even though the Irish got their first win of 2022, there are plenty of thoughts that have gone through my mind over the last day and here they are.

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Jarrett Patterson remains gametime decision for Notre Dame-Ohio State

Do you think he plays?

If No. 2 Notre Dame is to hang with No. 5 Ohio State tonight the belief is that the Fighting Irish will have to take the air out of the ball to a certain degree and limit possessions because the Buckeyes offense is perhaps the best in the nation and can score in virtually no time.  A key way to be able to keep possession is obviously by having a successful run game and a key injury upfront for Notre Dame has left questions as to who will play this evening.

[autotag]Jarrett Patterson[/autotag], a potentially All-American interior lineman who switched from center to left guard this year, remains a game-time decision for tonight’s clash in Columbus. [autotag]Zeke Correll[/autotag] gets the start at center tonight and if Patterson is unable to go, sophomore [autotag]Rocco Spindler[/autotag] would be expected to make his first career start.

We’ll keep you posted throughout the day as to anything that comes with this and any other storylines regarding Notre Dame-Ohio State.

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