Notre Dame only school with two top-10 prospects in Kiper's 2027 draft board

Preseason projection of CJ Carr as potential early first-round NFL draft pick

SOUTH BEND, IN - OCTOBER 10: Notre Dame Fighting Irish QB CJ Carr (13) celebrates following a college football game between the Stanford Cardinal and Notre Dame Fighting Irish on October 10, 2026 at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, IN.

Before the season began, CJ Carr was speculated to be a potential early first-round selection in the NFL draft if he showed progress in his second year as a starter. This projection was based on expectations for his development and performance during the season.

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