Notre Dame CB Leonard Moore Selected to Allstate Wuerffel Trophy Watch List

Notre Dame cornerback Leonard Moore has been named to the prestigious Allstate Wuerffel Trophy Watch List. This accolade honors college football players from the Football Bowl Subdivision who excel in community service, academic achievement, and athletic prowess. Moore's impressive resume includes being selected to the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team Watch List, the Lott IMPACT Trophy Watch List, and the Nagurski Trophy Watch List.

Additionally, he has been honored as a first-team preseason All-American by both Walter Camp and Sporting News. Notre Dame's Irish have a storied history with Wuerffel Trophy winners, with Drue Tranquill leading the pack in 2018. Moore joins a select group of Notre Dame finalists, including JD Bertrand (2023) and Jack Kiser (2024).

Tranquill himself was a finalist in 2017, while Brandon Hoyte was honored in 2005. Aamil Wagner was a semifinalist last season in 2025. Moore's community impact is equally noteworthy. He spearheads Tackle Attendance South Bend, an initiative aimed at combating chronic absenteeism and inspiring student success through mentorship and accountability.

The program fosters a culture of responsibility and support among schools, families, and local partners. Moore's dedication extends beyond Notre Dame, as he volunteers for the Black Student Athlete Summit, a role he has embraced since 2015. His philanthropic efforts include funding a regulation-size basketball court in Dakar, Senegal, in June 2025, demonstrating his commitment to expanding opportunities and building lasting resources for the community.

In 2025, Moore was named a Unanimous All-American after recording five interceptions, tied for the seventh-most in the nation, 31.0 total tackles, a forced fumble, and seven pass breakups.