JD Bertrand’s outlook after leading Notre Dame in tackles? Competing for a job

On3 image — JD Bertrand led Notre Dame in tackles in 2021 (Chad Weaver/Blue & Gold).

Notre Dame linebacker JD Bertrand finds himself competing for a job after making a team-high 101 tackles last year. That might sound odd. But Bertrand has leaned into the idea he must earn every snap.

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