Al Washington

DL Gabe Rubio Bringing Old School Mentality to Notre Dame

1 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame sophomore defensive lineman Gabe Rubio has always been around football and brings an old school mentality to the Irish defense.

How Notre Dame Builds Depth for the Future along the Defensive Line

1 mo ago by Andrew Mentock

Jacob Lacey's departure will provide Gabriel Rubio, Chris Smith and Jason Onye with increased roles, but there are still several young and talented defensive linemen who may never see the field in 2022.

Al Washington Notebook | October 4

2 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame defensive line coach Al Washington spoke following Tuesday's practice as the Irish prepare for a trip to Las Vegas.

Video | Notre Dame DL coach Al Washington on Rotation, Rylie Mills and Gabe Rubio

2 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame defensive line coach Al Washington spoke following Tuesday’s practice as the Irish prepare for BYU in Las Vegas.

Notre Dame DL Rylie Mills: 'We're right there. We can do it.'

2 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame defensive lineman Rylie Mills admits Saturday's loss was frustrating, but don't think there isn't a lack of motivation in The Gug this week.

How Notre Dame's Jayson Ademilola, Tyler Buchner are Preparing for Ohio State

3 mo ago by Andrew Mentock

Both Fighting Irish players seemed ready for the challenge of facing No. 2 Ohio State in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday.

On Defense, Notre Dame DC Al Golden Will Rely on a Wealth of Experience, Depth

3 mo ago by Andrew Mentock

This fall, Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden expects to employ a steady rotation of players at linebacker, along the defensive line and in the secondary.

Notre Dame Practice Observations | August 25

3 mo ago by Jamie Uyeyama

Notre Dame is getting into game mode and the starters are getting more work in preparation for Ohio State

Howard Cross III and Notre Dame DL Embracing Ramped Up Competition with OL

3 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame defensive lineman Howard Cross III has embraced being pushed mentally and physically during the offseason and the start of preseason camp.

Al Washington Notebook | Notre Dame Defensive Line Update

3 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame defensive line coach Al Washington spoke following Friday's practice.

Video | Notre Dame DL Coach Al Washington on Chris Smith, Jacob Lacey & Accountability

3 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame defensive line coach Al Washington spoke following Friday's practice.

Will Notre Dame's Defensive Line Ascend to Even Greater Heights in 2022?

3 mo ago by Andrew Mentock

This fall, the Notre Dame defensive line is ready to level up and could even set a program record for sacks in a season.

Notre Dame DC Al Golden Goes In-Depth on Irish Defense

3 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden spoke following Monday's practice and gave an in-depth look at the Irish defense.

BREAKING | 2024 DL Owen Wafle Commits to Notre Dame

6 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame has landed another 2024 commitment as Owen Wafle has joined the Fighting Irish.

6 Thoughts on a Thursday

7 mo ago by Jamie Uyeyama

Thoughts on a good problem to have at linebacker, what could happen when the NBC contract is up in a few years, loading up on 3-techs, and more

Notre Dame Blue-Gold Draft Notebook

7 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame conducted a competitive Blue-Gold Game draft on Wednesday morning.

Notre Dame DL Coach Al Washington Recaps Blue-Gold Draft

7 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame defensive line coach Al Washington recapped the Blue team’s draft on Wednesday morning.

Video | Notre Dame DL Howard Cross III High on New Staff, Early Enrollees

7 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame defensive lineman Howard Cross III spoke on his big spring, but also the transition to a new defensive coordinator and defensive line coach.

6 Thoughts on a Thursday

7 mo ago by Jamie Uyeyama

Thoughts on the culture of winning at Notre Dame that programs like Texas are chasing, how much ND has to catch up when it comes to matching talent at certain positions, on Coach O visiting, and more

Will Blackmon | Al Washington Brings What Notre Dame Needs

7 mo ago by Christian McCollum

Will Blackmon roomed with Al Washington at BC and says Notre Dame's new defensive line coach is exactly what the Irish need.