Rod Heard II brings veteran versatility and reliability to Notre Dame’s secondary
Heard is a seasoned, physical defensive back who played 2024 for Notre Dame and started all 12 games, finishing with 67 tackles, 4.0 tackles for loss, 1.0 sack, and 47 solo stops, which shows he can make plays near the ball and hold up in a heavy workload.[4] His broader career production includes 157 solo tackles, 6 forced fumbles, and 2 interceptions, highlighting a disruptive, high-motor safety with proven ball-security and run-support value.[3] For a team, he fits as a dependable, experienced defender who adds toughness, versatility, and steadiness rather than flash.[1][3][4]
