Notre Dame announces quarterback Tyler Buchner will miss season with shoulder injury

Notre Dame starting quarterback Tyler Buchner will miss the rest of the season with injury, according to Marcus Freeman. The sophomore was injured at the end of Notre Dame’s loss to Marshall on Saturday.

The injury has been diagnosed as a high-grade shoulder sprain. It will require season-ending surgery.

In his place, backup quarterback Drew Pyne is expected to step into the role of starter. The two had a quarterback competition during the Spring, which Buchner ultimately won. However, the offense has struggled through two weeks, averaging just 15.5 points per game.

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Tyler Buchner also missed time during Spring practice with an ankle injury that he suffered outside of practice.

In a depth chart released by Notre Dame, Tyler Buchner is no longer listed. In his place is Pyne. Steve Angeli, a true freshman, is the new backup quarterback.

Drew Pyne played in two games during the 2021 season. He completed 50% of his passes and had two touchdowns. In relief of Tyler Buchner, he has a touchdown and an interception.