Nate Montana has returned to Notre Dame. It was widely reported on January 10th that the son of the Notre Dame and NFL legend, Joe Montana, has returned. The noise had since quieted, however, and it appeared Nate would be either a number 2 or number 3 option at the QB position.
Nate has never been a starter (he was a backup his entire high school career) until last year at Pasadena City College (he was on Notre Dame's 2008 roster as a walk-on), but the son of a legend helped his team to a 5-5 record, completed less than half his attempts, and threw three more interceptions than touchdowns.
Those numbers, however, should not be heavily relied upon, as there were numerous factors possibly going against him, including less skilled linemen, receivers, running backs, and other possible factors such as splitting playing time with three other quarterbacks.
Last night I was able to confirm Nate is in South Bend. He joined wide receiver Michael Floyd, two other Irish football players, and his football legend father at a Mishawaka restaurant. The camaraderie has begun, and perhaps being around one of the greatest quarterbacks in the history of the game can give star wide out Michael Floyd an advantage in furthering his collegiate career.
Coach Brian Kelly, however, will likely turn to sophomore Dayne Crist (who will be a junior for the 2010 season). Crist came out of high school with a lot of upside, but lacking accuracy. He provides a much more balanced and level headed approach to the team than Jimmy Clausen did. Crist is a leader, not a show-off, and is precisely the quarterback best suited to lead Notre Dame to a victorious campaign. Brian Kelly has struck gold with a great offense, a defense that has potential, and one of the greatest football minds to offer small insights to the stars.
by Ryan Liedtky: rliedtky@yahoo.com
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