Notre Dame QB Steve Angeli Expected to Enter Transfer Portal Soon

South Bend, Ind. — Notre Dame quarterback Steve Angeli is set to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, according to a source familiar with the situation. Angeli has been competing for the starting job against CJ Carr and Kenny Minchey throughout the offseason.

The 6-foot-3 signal-caller served as the backup to Riley Leonard last season and showcased his abilities during the College Football Playoff, completing 6 of 7 passes for 44 yards in a pivotal moment against Penn State. In total, Angeli accumulated impressive stats over his two seasons with the Fighting Irish, including a completion rate of 72.5%, totaling 772 passing yards, 10 touchdowns, and just one interception during 21 games.

This spring, Angeli returned to Notre Dame, eager to compete for the starting quarterback position. However, with the emergence of younger talents like Carr, a highly-touted recruit, and Minchey, Angeli’s path to starting may have become increasingly complicated. “It doesn’t matter if they brought one in or not, I’m going to focus on my reps and control what I can control,” Angeli said while discussing this competitive environment.

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman acknowledged the competitive nature of the quarterback room. “They focus on the reps they get. They do the best job they can,” Freeman shared. “They’re helping each other out and are really focused on being the best version of them.”

Angeli’s decision to enter the transfer portal is not uncommon in college football. The portal serves as an online database where players can declare their intentions to transfer, giving coaches access to contact them. Players typically appear in the portal within 48 hours after notifying their school’s compliance office.

The NCAA has established two main transfer windows: one after the regular season and another following spring practice. This year’s spring window will open on April 16 and close on April 25. Graduate transfers like Angeli can enter the portal at any time, and with two years of eligibility remaining, he may attract interest from several programs looking for experienced quarterbacks.

Angeli’s exit could shift the landscape of quarterback competition at Notre Dame and lead him to new opportunities elsewhere. ESPN analysts suggested he could be a fitting candidate for teams looking for a talented quarterback. “He has experience and demonstrates strong leadership qualities,” reflected ESPN analyst Greg McElroy.

Originally from Bergen Catholic High School in New Jersey, Angeli was a three-star recruit and was considered a top 50 prospect nationally in his recruiting class. Despite entering a three-way competition for the starting job at Notre Dame, Angeli expressed confidence in his skills, stating, “I think I understand the game well. I feel like I’m a great leader in the locker room.”

As Angeli prepares to transition into the transfer portal, he remains optimistic about his football future. “I think my mindset, my intangibles, will allow me to succeed. I know my strengths and attributes,” he said. “I can extend plays and get a first down if need be.” The next chapter for Angeli in college football remains to be seen, but his time at Notre Dame has undoubtedly been notable.