Jack Coan named Notre Dame's starting QB for 2021

Jack Coan will be the Irish's QB1 this season. Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports

Jack Coan named Notre Dame's starting quarterback for 2021 season

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 8/14/21

Wisconsin transfer Jack Coan has been named Notre Dame's starting quarterback for the 2021 season, head coach Brian Kelly announced Saturday.

Notre Dame @CoachBrianKelly announces Wisconsin transfer Jack Coan as Irish’s starting QB. “Jack proved to be more consistent (of 3 candidates) & therefore, going into our opener, gives us the best chance for success,” Kelly said
— Brett McMurphy (@Brett_McMurphy) August 14, 2021

Coan entered the transfer portal in December 2020 after throwing for 3,278 yards and 23 touchdowns against eight interceptions in his three-year career with Wisconsin.

The 22-year-old replaces Ian Book, who was drafted by the New Orleans Saints after finishing his Fighting Irish career second-most all-time in passing yards for the program. In four seasons in South Bend, Book threw for 8,948 yards and 72 touchdowns against 20 interceptions.

Notre Dame finished 10-2 last season playing in the ACC.

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