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◆ Our readhigh confidenceNotre Dame · Ohio StateJun 23, 2026

Notre Dame loses defensive lineman Brenan Vernon to medical retirement

How will Notre Dame replace Brenan Vernon's contributions on defense?

Vernon's retirement adds to Notre Dame's challenges after a heavy NFL Draft loss.

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  1. Notre Dame lands four-star defensive lineman out of GeorgiaFighting Irish Wire · Jun 23
  2. Notre Dame football lineman medically retires from the gameYahoo Sports · Jun 23
  3. Notre Dame DT Brenan Vernon medically retires from footballonefootdown.com · Jun 23
  4. Former Notre Dame Four-Star Recruit Medically Retires from FootballSports Illustrated · Jun 23

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