Two defensive stars for Notre Dame are facing injury concerns as the team prepares for an upcoming game against BYU, according to a October 15 report by BYU Cougars Wire. Cornerback Leonard Moore and linebacker Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa are both listed as questionable for the matchup.
Leonard Moore is currently being evaluated for a concussion. During a press conference on Monday, October 12, head coach Marcus Freeman provided an update stating that Moore is questionable. If Moore is unable to play, Jayden Sanders or DJ McKinney would be expected to start in his place.
Linebacker Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa is also on the injury report after sustaining a thumb injury against North Carolina. This injury occurred during the Fighting Irish's win over the Tar Heels. Viliamu-Asa has dealt with various injuries throughout his career with the program.
The upcoming game against BYU is scheduled for approximately a week and a half after the October 15 report. Notre Dame's next opponent is Stanford, a team that recently lost 57-3 to Wake Forest. Because of the perceived difficulty of the Stanford game, coach Freeman may choose to rest Moore and Viliamu-Asa to ensure they are healthy for the BYU game, though such a decision could impact their momentum.
BYU will be looking for any competitive advantage as they prepare to face the Notre Dame defense.
