Notre Dame football had an impressive showing in the 2025 NFL Draft, with six players selected across various teams. Cornerback Benjamin Morrison led the group, being drafted in the second round by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a four-year contract worth over $8 million. His signing bonus of approximately $2.6 million reflects the potential the Bucs see in him post-recovery from hip surgery. Safety Xavier Watts followed in the third round, joining the Atlanta Falcons with a four-year deal valued at around $6.2 million.

Linebacker Jack Kiser was a bit of a surprise pick at number 107 overall, yet his contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars, totaling just over $5 million, suggests they see him contributing early. Meanwhile, defensive lineman Rylie Mills and tight end Mitchell Evans both received similar contracts in the fifth round, while quarterback Riley Leonard rounded out the draft class in the sixth round, hoping to secure a long-term role with the Indianapolis Colts.