{
  "id": 15939213,
  "title": "Notre Dame’s freshman star named one of On3’s Midseason All-Americans",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/notre-dames-freshman-star-named-one-of-on3s-midseason-all-americans",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-21T19:30:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/notre-dame-freshman-star-named-193035666.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Notre Dame's freshman running back Jonaz Walton has been recognized by On3 as a member of their Midseason True Freshman All-America Team. This selection highlights Walton's potential to become a long-term option for the Fighting Irish. He is one of 22 freshmen named to the list, with Charles Power from On3 stating that those chosen \"have lived up to the billing and others have emerged as breakout stars in their debut seasons.\" Walton has made a significant impact so far, rushing for 426 yards on 57 attempts, averaging 7.5 yards per carry, and scoring three touchdowns. Power further noted that Walton possesses \"the look of a budding star in Notre Dame's backfield,\" adding that the Fighting Irish are seeking to replace the impact of draft picks Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price. Walton's performance has been particularly impressive in October, with notable games against North Carolina (120 rushing yards) and Stanford (181 rushing yards and two touchdowns). With his unique blend of power and speed, clocked at 10.60 seconds in the 100-meter dash, Walton is well-positioned for long-term success.",
  "summary": "Budding star running back Jonaz Walton has proven to be Notre Dame's go-to option in the backfield. His efforts have him as an All-American candidate",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}