List of Notre Dame Players Declared for the 2023 NFL Draft

College football powerhouse Notre Dame has several NFL Draft prospects in 2023. Tight end Michael Mayer leads the pack, though there's a host of others that could hear their names called.
With that in mind, here's everything you need to know about the Fighting Irish alumni who could become 2023 draft picks.
Notre Dame Underclassmen Declared for 2023 NFL Draft
To be eligible for the NFL Draft, players must have been out of high school for at least three years and used up all of their college eligibility. However, underclassmen and prospects who have graduated early can also request permission from the league to be draft-eligible.
Three non-seniors are part of Notre Dame's 2023 draft hopefuls. Michael Mayer, plus safety Brandon Joseph and EDGE Isaiah Foskey, are forgoing their remaining years of college eligibility.
Player | Position | Draft Stock |
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Michael Mayer | TE | 1st Round |
Brandon Joseph | S | 3rd Round |
Isaiah Foskey | EDGE | 2nd-3rd Round |
Notre Dame Seniors in the 2023 NFL Draft
Most of the NFL Draft is comprised of seniors who spent four years in college before attempting to enter the pros. This allows those who don't break out early to continue their development in hopes of closing out their collegiate careers strong.
Notre Dame has nine seniors looking to make the jump to the NFL. This group is headlined by center Jarett Patterson, who is projected as a potential fifth-round pick. He's joined by linebacker Bo Bauer, center Josh Lugg, defensive tackle Jayson Ademilola, EDGE Justin Ademilola, cornerback TaRiq Bracy, wide receiver Avery Davis, kicker Blake Grupe and defensive tackle Chris Smith.
Player | Position | Draft Stock |
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Jarrett Patterson | C | 5th Round |
Bo Bauer | LB | 7th Round-Undrafted |
Josh Lugg | C | 7th Round-Undrafted |
Jayson Ademilola | DT | 7th Round-Undrafted |
Justin Ademilola | EDGE | 7th Round-Undrafted |
TaRiq Bracy | CB | 7th Round-Undrafted |
Avery Davis | WR | 7th Round-Undrafted |
Blake Grupe | K | 7th Round-Undrafted |
Chris Smith | DT | 7th Round-Undrafted |
Most Likely Notre Dame Players to Be Drafted in 2023
The scouting combine hosts the very best from the country for a showcase in front of every NFL front office. However, not every player looking to become a pro is invited to this event. The invite list gives us a good look at the players from each school with the strongest chances of being drafted, or signing as a free agent.
Notre Dame had four players invited to the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine: Michael Mayer, Isaiah Foskey, Brandon Joseph, and Jarrett Patterson. There's a good possibility this entire group hears their names called at some point during the draft.
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