Notre Dame Football: Way-too-Early 2022 Depth Chart Projection

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Jan 1, 2022; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish defensive lineman Justin Ademilola (9) against the Oklahoma State Cowboys in the 2022 Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

Defensive Line

Starting Defensive Ends: Justin Ademilola and Isaiah Foskey

Backups: Jordan Botelho and Tyson Ford

Starting Defensive Tackles: Howard Cross and Jayson Ademilola

Backups: Jacob Lacey and Rylie Mills

All of the guys on this projected two-deep for Notre Dame have playing experience, other than freshman Tyson Ford. This is going to be a group that has talent, but they are going to have to be better than they were last season.

At the defensive end spots, look for Justin Ademilola and Isaiah Foskey to get the two starting jobs. These are the two most talented pass rushers for Notre Dame and they are going to be depended on to provide for the defense.

Howard Cross and Jayson Ademilola should get the two starting jobs in the interior. Jacob Lacey and Rylie Mills have playing experience and can fill either backup spots at tackle or on the edge.

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