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sports1 year ago

Tyler Buchner Returns to Notre Dame as Walk-On Wide Receiver

Tyler Buchner, former Alabama backup quarterback, has announced his return to Notre Dame's football program as a walk-on wide receiver. After a challenging stint at Alabama, Buchner is switching positions for the first time in his career. He recently helped Notre Dame's lacrosse team win a national championship and will join fellow dual-sport athlete Jordan Faison on the football field.

sports2 years ago

Tyler Buchner's Return to Notre Dame: From Alabama QB to Lacrosse Player

Alabama backup quarterback Tyler Buchner has announced that he will transfer back to Notre Dame to play lacrosse after the Crimson Tide's run in the College Football Playoff. Buchner, who began his football career with Notre Dame, has yet to officially enter the transfer portal but plans to return to the Fighting Irish and earn his degree in May. He started for Alabama in Week 3 but struggled, and Jalen Milroe regained the starting job. Buchner follows in the footsteps of another former Notre Dame QB, Drew Pyne, who recently played for Arizona State and also plans to graduate before returning to football.

sports2 years ago

Nick Saban's QB Decision Sparks Controversy and Fan Backlash

Alabama coach Nick Saban benched Tyler Buchner in favor of Ty Simpson during the first half of the game against South Florida, citing struggles and a lack of consistency in Buchner's performance. Saban explained that Simpson had practiced well as a backup and deserved a chance to play. The Crimson Tide's offense struggled throughout the first half, managing only 111 total yards and eight first downs.

sports2 years ago

Tyler Buchner Takes the Helm as Alabama's Starting Quarterback against USF

Tyler Buchner, a transfer from Notre Dame, is expected to replace Jalen Milroe as the starting quarterback for Alabama in their upcoming game against South Florida. The decision comes after Alabama's loss to Texas in Week 2. While coach Nick Saban has not officially announced the change, he did not express confidence in Milroe's performance. Buchner, who knows the offense well from his time at Notre Dame, competed for the starting job during fall camp and saw playing time in Alabama's season opener.

sports2 years ago

Tyler Buchner Set to Start at QB for Alabama Against USF

Tyler Buchner is expected to start as quarterback for the Alabama Crimson Tide in their upcoming game against South Florida, replacing Jalen Milroe. Buchner, who transferred from Notre Dame, took the majority of first-team reps in practice this week. Milroe threw two interceptions in Alabama's previous loss to Texas. Buchner played under Alabama offensive coordinator Tommy Rees at Notre Dame and saw limited action in Alabama's season opener.

sports2 years ago

"Alabama's Potential QB Change: Tyler Buchner Could Replace Jalen Milroe Against USF"

There is speculation that Tyler Buchner, a transfer from Notre Dame, may replace Jalen Milroe as the starting quarterback for Alabama's upcoming game against South Florida. The decision comes after Alabama's loss to Texas in Week 2. While Coach Nick Saban has not confirmed the change, he did not express confidence in Milroe's performance. Buchner, who knows the offense well due to his time under offensive coordinator Tommy Rees at Notre Dame, competed with Milroe for the starting job during fall camp. He saw playing time in Alabama's season opener and has previous experience as a starter at Notre Dame.

sports2 years ago

Tyler Buchner Set to Replace Jalen Milroe as Alabama's QB Against USF

There is speculation that Tyler Buchner, a transfer from Notre Dame, may replace Jalen Milroe as the starting quarterback for Alabama's upcoming game against South Florida. The decision comes after Alabama's loss to Texas in Week 2. While Coach Nick Saban has not confirmed the change, he did not express confidence in Milroe's performance. Buchner, who knows the offense well due to his time under offensive coordinator Tommy Rees at Notre Dame, competed with Milroe for the starting job during fall camp. He saw playing time in Alabama's season opener and has previous experience as a starter at Notre Dame.

sports2 years ago

Nick Saban's Assessment of Alabama QBs Milroe and Buchner

Alabama head coach Nick Saban remains positive and focused on improvement following their recent loss, emphasizing the importance of staying positive and trusting in oneself. While there has been speculation about a potential quarterback change, Saban did not directly address the issue in his press conference. Backup quarterback Tyler Buchner has shown improvement and gained confidence in practice. Saban believes the team can bounce back and respond positively. Offensive line struggles have been a concern, and inappropriate fan behavior after the game has been condemned by the university. Alabama also secured an in-state commit for the 2025 class.

sports2 years ago

Tyler Buchner Joins Alabama QB Race to Add Competition.

Alabama coach Nick Saban says the addition of Notre Dame transfer quarterback Tyler Buchner will add competition to the Crimson Tide's quarterback room. Buchner, who won the starting job at Notre Dame before a shoulder injury, will join Jalen Milroe and Ty Simpson in the battle for the starting job. Saban says the addition of Buchner intensifies the competition for one of the most high-profile quarterback jobs in college football, as the winner will replace former Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Bryce Young.

sports2 years ago

Tyler Buchner Joins Alabama Football Team, Marcus Freeman Reacts.

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman wished quarterback Tyler Buchner the best of luck after he announced his transfer to Alabama, where he will reunite with former offensive coordinator Tommy Rees. Buchner missed 10 of 13 games last season and finished with 652 yards passing and 3 touchdowns. He appeared in 10 games in 2021, finishing with 6 TDs and 634 total yards.

sports2 years ago

Tyler Buchner Leaves Notre Dame for Alabama Quarterback Competition

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman expressed his support for former quarterback Tyler Buchner after he announced his transfer to Alabama to reunite with former Fighting Irish offensive coordinator Tommy Rees. Buchner, a former four-star recruit, began last season as Notre Dame's starting QB but was sidelined due to a shoulder injury. In two seasons with the Irish, he threw six touchdown passes and eight interceptions while running for seven scores and 459 yards.

sports2 years ago

Tyler Buchner Joins Alabama Football Team, Shakes Up QB Battle.

Notre Dame transfer quarterback Tyler Buchner has announced his decision to join Alabama, where he is expected to have three seasons of eligibility remaining. Buchner, considered the best available quarterback in the NCAA transfer portal, began last season as Notre Dame's starting quarterback before getting injured in the season's second game. The move has sparked reactions from analysts, with some questioning Alabama's recruiting evaluations, while others see massive potential in Buchner's addition to the Crimson Tide.

sports2 years ago

Tyler Buchner Transfers to Alabama, Shakes Up QB Battle.

Former Notre Dame quarterback Tyler Buchner has committed to Alabama, reuniting with his former offensive coordinator Tommy Rees. Buchner opened the 2022 season as Notre Dame's starting quarterback but lost the job due to injury and eventually entered the transfer portal. He will enter a wide-open quarterback competition at Alabama to replace Heisman Trophy winner Bryce Young. Buchner has three career starts, giving him the most experience of any quarterback on the Alabama roster.