Notre Dame competing for a national title is about what the Irish program is all about, but it can also benefit when circumstances around the country are right. That is the case for Notre Dame in 2021. Yes, the Irish have their own personnel losses, but the returning roster plus the arrival of transfer quarterback Jack Coan has Notre Dame poised to be even better this season. Other programs like Alabama, Clemson and Ohio State suffered even greater losses, especially at quarterback.

All of that is why Irish Breakdown believes Notre Dame should be considered a legitimate contender for a title in 2021, assuming the Irish coaches can get the most out of the program.

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