Sat Apr 19 15:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Notre Dame QB Angeli Enters Transfer Portal; Spring Football Wraps Up

**South Bend, IN** – Notre Dame football is entering a new phase after the conclusion of spring practice and the Blue-Gold game. A significant development is the announcement that quarterback Steve Angeli will be entering the transfer portal. This leaves the starting quarterback position seemingly down to two contenders: CJ Carr and Kenny Minchey. According to Inside ND Sports’ Eric Hansen, head coach Marcus Freeman aims to narrow the quarterback competition to two for the summer and training camp.

Hansen, in a live chat with fans, addressed various aspects of the program, including the decision of Angeli, and the team’s activity in the transfer portal. While the coaching staff isn’t actively seeking new additions, Hansen indicated they would consider a difference-making player or address potential unexpected departures. The departure of safety Kennedy Urlacher to the transfer portal was also discussed; Hansen explained that the addition of transfer Jalen Stroman, along with the development of other safeties like Tae Johnson and Luke Talich, justified the decision.

The Blue-Gold game, Hansen clarified, was not the end of spring practices, with additional sessions still taking place. A press conference with Coach Freeman next Wednesday will offer further insights into the spring season’s performance. Hansen also highlighted the impressive spring performances of wide receiver Elijah Burress and quarterback Kenny Minchey, suggesting both could significantly contribute in the fall. The possibility of both Carr and Minchey playing in games this season was also considered.

The live chat also touched on several other topics, including the potential night games for the upcoming season (Texas A&M and USC being likely candidates), the development of the wide receiver corps, and the impact of players graduating early and utilizing the transfer portal. Discussions also centered on the roster limit, scholarship availability, and the ongoing development of several key players. Hansen offered his thoughts on various players’ potential for the upcoming season, answering numerous questions from fans across the country. The future of Tyler Buchner’s role with the team was also addressed, with Hansen suggesting a return to the quarterback room is likely.

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