The Notre Dame Fighting Irish have struck first in the national championship game against the Ohio State Buckeyes. It’s all thanks to Irish quarterback Riley Leonard, who capped off a 18-play, 75-yard scoring drive with a 1-yard touchdown run. Leonard had 9 carries for 34 yards on the drive, which chewed 9:45 off of the clock.

Notre Dame's Riley Leonard was reportedly "vomiting" on the sideline at the CFP championship game after leading the Irish to an opening drive TD.

Riley Leonard opened the national championship game with a do-it-all drive that made it appear the Notre Dame quarterback could win the title by himself. As it turned out, Leonard needed more help.

Instant thoughts after Notre Dame's comeback effort falls short against Ohio State in the national championship.

Riley Leonard's 2024 season was something of a comeback tour from start to finish. He was a dark horse Heisman Trophy candidate in his time at Duke, later faltering due to injury and falling off the radar because of the way those issues affected his play.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Riley Leonard pointed to his favorite Bible verse on his armband after he scored a touchdown in the national title game.