The four best ‘next options’ for Notre Dame football in 2023by:Jack Soble•12/12/23•jacksoble56Read In AppNotre Dame cornerback Christian Gray (29) celebrates with fellow corner Jaden Mickey (7) after Mickey's pick six during a 58-7 win over Pittsburgh on Saturday in South Bend. (Chad Weaver, Blue & Gold)Here are the four best Notre Dame players who began the season as backups, according to two Blue & Gold beat writers.