Preseason report card: Grading the 2024 Notre Dame defensive backsby:Jack Soble•07/23/24•jacksoble56Read In AppNotre Dame safety Xavier Watts (0) catches an interception during a 58-7 win over Pittsburgh on Saturday in South Bend. (Chad Weaver, Blue & Gold)This is how Blue & Gold grades Notre Dame's defensive backfield entering the 2024 season. It projects as the strongest Irish position group.