Al Washington

"The Sky's the Limit” for Notre Dame 3-Tech Rylie Mills in 2023

5 days ago by Andrew Mentock

Former Notre Dame outside linebacker Kerry Neal has trained defensive lineman Rylie Mills for years and believes the rising senior is ready for a breakout fall.

Uyeyama's Scouting Notebook

8 days ago by Jamie Uyeyama

ISD's Jamie Uyeyama dives deeper into the film to look at the top 2024 defensive tackle targets on the board for Notre Dame

Summer Enrollee Updates: Cooper Flanagan, Armel Mukam, Boubacar Traore

12 days ago by Andrew Mentock

The trio of four-star prospects each stand at 6-foot-4 or taller and could contribute to Notre Dame early in their college careers.

Learning from the 1st Round of the NFL Draft

1 mo ago by Jamie Uyeyama

Notre Dame didn't have a first round pick in this year's NFL Draft and that's primarily because they didn't have enough top prospects at the positions the NFL values the most

Notre Dame Displays DL’s Depth, Pass-Rush Potential in Blue-Gold Game

1 mo ago by Andrew Mentock

Six different Fighting Irish defensive linemen registered a sack on Saturday, including a host of young players hungry to break out on Saturdays this fall.

Film Don't Lie | Cole Mullins

1 mo ago by Jamie Uyeyama

ISD's Jamie Uyeyama is a big fan of Notre Dame's newest Vyper commit, Cole Mullins. He has some natural pass rush ability that is going to be exciting to see him develop

Jason Onye Ready for “Make-It-or-Break-It” Season at Notre Dame

1 mo ago by Andrew Mentock

The Fighting Irish nose tackle checked in this spring at 292 pounds and 12% body fat. "Now I'm a junior. I have to come in and play.”

“It’s All Vyper” for Junior Tuihalamaka Going Forward at Notre Dame

1 mo ago by Andrew Mentock

The Rising sophomore will no longer cross-train at linebacker. He’s now a full-time Vyper and the top candidate to back up Jordan Botelho.

Jordan Botelho Ready to Shine for Notre Dame

1 mo ago by Matt Freeman

It's been a journey for Notre Dame vyper Jordan Botelho, but it's led to an opportunity and the Hawaii native is ready to prove himself.

Al Washington Notebook | 4.12

1 mo ago by Matt Freeman

Notre Dame defensive line coach Al Washington spoke following Wednesday’s practice.

Notre Dame Full Practice Report | 4.12

1 mo ago by Andrew Mentock

Coach Marcus Freeman surprised the media on Wednesday morning by opening up the entirety of spring practice No. 9. Fighting Irish players wore helmets and shoulder pads.

Notre Dame Roster Review | Defensive Tackle

3 mo ago by Jamie Uyeyama

Notre Dame has the most uncertainty it's had with defensive tackle depth in several years and need some inexperienced players to step up this fall

Notre Dame Roster Review | Defensive End

3 mo ago by Jamie Uyeyama

Notre Dame is losing a lot of production and snaps at the position, but it's an intriguing group with a high ceiling in 2023

Irish Edge Rusher Jean-Baptiste: Notre Dame’s new Quipster is Locked In, Ready to Flourish

3 mo ago by Andrew Mentock

In the offseason, Notre Dame added Javontae Jean-Baptiste via the transfer portal. He's a 6-foot-5, 250-pound defensive end from Ohio State with the talent and personality to transform the Fighting Irish pass rush and boost team morale.

6 Thoughts on a Thursday

4 mo ago by Jamie Uyeyama

Thoughts on the waiting game in the last week before the transfer portal closes, plenty of thoughts on the ND defensive line, and more

DL Gabe Rubio Bringing Old School Mentality to Notre Dame

7 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

8 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

8 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

8 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.'

9 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.