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Irish Illustrated confirms that guard Rocco Spindler intends to enter the portal as a graduate transfer. On Thursday afternoon, 247Sports’ Matt Zenitz first reported the news.
The senior started 13 games at right guard for the Irish this season after initially losing the job during fall camp.
“I really thought, coming off of two surgeries, I was the guy to go to, but things happen,” Spinder said in September. “Coaches have got to make decisions, and you necessarily don’t always agree with them. But I had a great support system with my family.
“At times, it pulls you into a dark place. But you come here, you come to Notre Dame, they’re going to challenge you not only in the classroom but on the field, too.”
He entered the lineup in Week 3 against Purdue after Billy Schrauth went down with an ankle injury.
Spindler quickly impressed the Fighting Irish coaching staff and remained a starter even after Schrauth returned in Notre Dame’s 51-14 win over No. 24 Navy on Oct. 26. Schrauth replaced sophomore Sam Pendleton at left guard instead.
“You have five guys in there for the first couple games. Because of injuries, you had to put Rocco [Spindler] and Coogs [Pat Coogan] back in there,” Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman said in October. “Again, they all have done a really good job as individuals, and with time, they will continue to be cohesive as a unit.
“So, [I’m] really proud of that group, that are playing through some injuries and being thrust into a position because of injuries, and they’re improving constantly now.”
According to 247Sports, Spindler is a former top-100 recruit who hails from Clarkston, Mich. He’s started 23 games in four years and played 1,325 snaps in his Notre Dame career.
He has one season of collegiate eligibility remaining.
Spindler is the fourth Irish player to enter the transfer portal since Notre Dame’s season ended after Monday’s 34-23 loss to Ohio State in the College Football Playoff National Championship game.
The others are Pendleton and wideouts Deion Colzie and Jayden Thomas.
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Notre Dame OG Rocco Spindler Enters the Transfer Portal
Notre Dame offensive guard Rocco Spindler has entered the transfer portal, looking for a new opportunity to continue his college football career. The talented lineman has decided to explore his options and see where his skills can best be utilized.
Spindler, a highly recruited prospect out of Michigan, made an impact with the Fighting Irish during his time in South Bend. However, he has now made the decision to seek a new challenge and find a new team to showcase his abilities.
With his size, strength, and athleticism, Spindler will undoubtedly be a coveted prospect on the transfer market. Many programs will be eager to add a player of his caliber to their roster, and he will have no shortage of suitors.
Wherever Spindler ends up, he will bring a strong work ethic, a competitive spirit, and a desire to succeed. We wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors and look forward to seeing him excel at his next stop.
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