Notre Dame QB Reveals He Prayed to Jesus during Playoff Win: ‘I Just Started Trusting the Lord’

Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard credited his faith in Jesus for helping him overcome challenges during a thrilling 27-24 comeback win over Penn State in the College Football Playoff semifinals. Leonard, who threw a game-tying 54-yard touchdown and led a late drive for the winning field goal, said he trusted God’s plan for the team and praised his teammates for their support, advancing Notre Dame to its first national championship game since 2013.