Signed, Sealed and Delivered ND Commits – Quarterback

The Irish signed only one quarterback and he is already on campus as an early enrollee.  Currently, it appears Notre Dame should be set at quarterback for several years to come with Everett Golson.  After leading the Irish to the National Championship Game and an undefeated season, and with three years of eligibility left, Golson looks to be the incumbent for the next couple of seasons.  With experienced Tommy Rees as a proven backup and leader and Redshirt Senior Andrew Hendrix there is a solid stable of quarterbacks even with rumored transfer of Gunner Kiel.

Malik Zaire is Everett Golson version 2.0 for Brian Kelly.  At 6’1” 190+lbs., Zaire has many similarities to Golson, and by some accounts, may have more ability and potential.  Zaire looks to be a better pocket passer than Golson, seems to be just as good on his feet and can extend plays.  Zaire had a solid high school career (2012 passing for 1990 yards and 24 touchdowns while rushing for 1120 yards and 9 touchdowns, 2011 passing for 729 yards and 5 touchdowns while rushing for 1093 yards and 15 touchdowns), but lifted himself to another level by making the Elite 11.  Zaire was a bit of a surprise invite to the camp but by the end of the competition he proved he was among the best.

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Like Golson, Zaire has the talent to see the field sooner than later, but also like Golson, there is no need to learn the college game and burn a year of eligibility on the field.  Malik should and most likely will redshirt and develop his abilities on the scout team.  Also like Golson, Zaire he could eventually be in Heisman conversations.