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Film Don't Lie | KVA's Impact Vs the Run

Notre Dame's run defense improved last season and linebacker Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa was a big reason why
March 25, 2026
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Notre Dame had one of the best defenses in the country that helped propel them to a 14-2 record during the 2024 season, but one area they wanted to improve for the next season was against the run.

“That's where everything starts for us,” defensive coordinator said about stopping the run. “If we're going to be any good on defense and we want to be able to affect the quarterback and go get interceptions, we've got to stop the run.

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