Notre Dame, Riley Leonard

Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard starred in high school basketball before football career
Riley Leonard wasn’t recruited by Notre Dame, or just about any major programs, as a high school senior. The 6-foot-4, 205-pounder ultimately chose Duke over a handful of Power 4 offers, and the Blue Devils saw something in him that the rest of the college football is witnessing on a bigger stage this year: his pure athleticism.
See It: Kirk Herbstreit's Dog Gets Cozy with Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard
Jan 18, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Riley Leonard (13) talks to the media during 2025 CFP National Championship Media Day at Georgia World Congress Center, Building A. / Brett Davis-Imagn Images
How did Riley Leonard get here at Notre Dame? Start with inspiration from his grandfather
He’s been somebody who’s led by example,” the Irish QB said of his grandfather. “A lot of the lessons I’ve learned have come from him."
Notre Dame, Riley Leonard use faith as national title motivator
As the Irish prepare to face Ohio State in the national championship game on Monday night, they're reflecting on how this mindset has shaped their journey throughout the season.
Riley Leonard Picks, Predictions, and Best Bets for Ohio State vs Notre Dame
Boasting 16 rushing touchdowns on the season, Riley Leonard is no stranger to getting the job done in the red zone. We're backing Notre Dame's dual-threat pivot to make his mark on Monday night's National Championship.
3 Riley Leonard landing spots as Notre Dame QB must face NFL Draft reality
Riley Leonard is set to enter the NFL Draft after what he'll hope will be a championship winning year in his final season of college football, where he could enhance his stock heading to the pro's
Kirk Herbstreit's Dog Peter Helps ESPN Interview Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard
Color commentator Kirk Herbstreit—whose dog Peter has become an internet sensation as he travels the country with his father this football season—shared a photo of the young p
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Riley Leonard’s Fiancée Molly Walding’s Strong Message as Notre Dame QB Risks Health for Marcus Freeman & National Championship
"It’s hard to, you know, stay optimistic and uh you know, envision yourself, you know, being in the national championship.” ...
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Inside Riley Leonard’s Rise: Covid-limited recruit, David Cutcliffe disciple, chance to be Notre Dame legend
Off-the-backboard dunks at Duke, still wearing Fairhope High School team-issued sweats and ready to lead Notre Dame into ...
Notre Dame's Riley Leonard credits open faith for bringing team, Ohio State together for national title
Notre Dame Fighting Irish star quarterback Riley Leonard said he believes open faith brought his team and Ohio State to the ...
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Fairhope Brewing Company to host Riley Leonard watch party
The Fairhope Brewing Company is set to watch former Fairhope Pirates star and Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard compete ...
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Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard gets injury scare, returns to rally Irish into CFP championship game
Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard (13) scores a ...
OSU's Howard, Notre Dame's Leonard found fast track to leadership roles
There are no foolproof apps or websites that give advice on how to go from transfer portal quarterback to team leader in one season, but Ohio State's Will Howard and Notre Dame's Riley Leonard could ...
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How Riley Leonard and Will Howard both showed true colors in toughest moments
Notre Dame's Riley Leonard and Ohio State's Will Howard selflessly accepted responsibility for their respective teams' ...
How is Notre Dame preparing for Ohio State’s powerful defense? ‘I love the underdog status.’
Quarterback Riley Leonard and the Notre Dame offense have faced a fierce gauntlet of defenses in their path to the College ...