After losing both starting tackles to the NFL and having uncertainty at both guard spots, no position has to answer more questions this spring than the offensive line

We begin a new exercise following Notre Dame's 10-3 campaign.

Notre Dame interior offensive lineman Ashton Craig and Billy Schrauth stuck with the process and were ready when needed.

Notre Dame center Ashton Craig spoke earlier this week as the Fighting Irish prepare for Stanford.

Coach Marcus Freeman’s offensive line was dealt a blow in the 31-23 loss to Clemson, with Rocco Spindler suffering a season-ending knee injury. Freshman safety and special teams standout Luke Talich is also done for the year.

On Tuesday, Notre Dame opened the first five periods of No. 17 to the media. The Fighting Irish wore helmets and shoulder pads.

Notre Dame offensive line coach Joe Rudolph spoke following Friday's practice.

Competing up front requires man strength, which is why boys who are freshmen rarely make an impact on the offensive and defensive line. 8 redshirts on the OL and DL are going to be try and make that transition from scout team to cracking the two-deep

From guard to defensive end, Notre Dame will have plenty of competition at key spots this spring