Experienced Defensive Lineman Making Impact in Graduate Year
Ristoff is a **6-3, 260-lb defensive end** bringing valuable experience to Notre Dame's defense as a graduate student. After a strong tenure at Penn—including 16 tackles and 2 sacks as a senior in 2022—he's now contributing on the field for the Fighting Irish. In the 2024 season, he recorded 2 defensive tackles and 1 sack across limited action. His differentiator is **versatility and football intelligence**: a four-time Scholar-Athlete Award recipient and team captain at JSerra Catholic, Ristoff combines elite academics with defensive line fundamentals. He's a depth piece with proven production who brings leadership and consistency—ideal for programs valuing character and reliability alongside on-field performance.
