Notre Dame, Ian Book Facing Unique Quarterback Situation

Never in his 10 years at Notre Dame has head coach Brian Kelly felt so out of place with his offense in training camp.

He is hoping that is a blessing rather than a setback.

For the first time this decade that has reached its final year, there is neither an open battle at starting quarterback, controversy/drama at the position, nor a new figure entering the No. 1 lineup.

• In year 1 (2010), junior Dayne Crist had not only never started but he was also coming off ACL surgery from the previous season. His backup was former walk-on Nate Montana.