The quarterback for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in 1973 was Tom Clements.
Tom Clements was a pivotal figure in the Notre Dame offense during their triumphant 1973 season, which saw the Fighting Irish clinch the National Championship. He led a highly efficient and exceptionally fast backfield.
Alongside Clements, the potent Irish offense featured a formidable group of rushers:
- Fullback Wayne Bullock, who led the team with 750 rushing yards.
- Halfback Art Best, contributing 700 rushing yards.
- Halfback Eric Penick, adding 586 rushing yards.
- Quarterback Tom Clements himself demonstrated his dual-threat capability, gaining 360 rushing yards.
This backfield was renowned for its impressive speed, with both Eric Penick and Art Best reportedly achieving sub-10-second times in the 100-yard dash. Clements' leadership and strategic play were instrumental in guiding Notre Dame to a perfect 11-0 record and their ninth national title in program history.
Key Offensive Leaders (1973 Season)
| Player Name | Position | Rushing Yards | Notable Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Clements | Quarterback | 360 | Directed the offense to a national title |
| Wayne Bullock | Fullback | 750 | Team's leading rusher |
| Art Best | Halfback | 700 | Exceptional speed (sub-10s 100-yard dash) |
| Eric Penick | Halfback | 586 | Exceptional speed (sub-10s 100-yard dash) |
For more historical information about the Notre Dame Fighting Irish football program, you can explore their official sports history page.
