Notre Dame's Bryce Young Remains 'In Question' Two Years After 5-Star Hype
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Despite a pedigree as the No. 24 overall recruit, the defensive end's collegiate production has yet to match his projection.
Two years after signing with Notre Dame, 5-star defensive end Bryce Young has not yet materialized into the dominant force projected during his recruitment, according to reporting from Fighting Irish Wire.
Young, the son of former Notre Dame standout Bryant, entered the program as the No. 24 overall recruit in the 2024 class. However, in a recent review conducted by CBS Sports' Cooper Petagna, Young was placed in the "in question" category regarding his performance relative to expectations. While Young has recorded 43 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and several blocked punts over the last two seasons, Fighting Irish Wire notes he has failed to deliver the "monster season" anticipated by many.
Petagna suggests that while Young possesses the necessary tools to improve, he must demonstrate more consistency as a run defender and pass rusher to align with his physical frame and initial projections. As Young enters his third year in the program, Fighting Irish Wire reports his role is expected to expand this coming fall.