Marcus Freeman decided that CJ Carr would be Notre Dame's starting quarterback.

Carr won the job over sophomore Kenny Minchey, and Steve Angeli before that who since transferred to Syracuse.

Carr is the son of former Michigan quarterback Jason Carr and grandson of former Michigan coach Lloyd Carr.

SOUTH BEND — Notre Dame football has announced its starting quarterback for the 2025 season opener at Miami.

Redshirt freshman CJ Carr was able to hold off a spirited challenge from third-year sophomore Kenny Minchey to earn the public nod Tuesday. Notre Dame made the announcement via social media.

A 6-foot-3, 210-pounder from Saline, Michigan, Carr has yet to attempt a pass in a college football game. That will change Aug. 31 at Hard Rock Stadium on national television.

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