Steve Angeli Announces Departure from Notre Dame Football After QB Coach Gino Guidugli’s Decision
Notre Dame backup quarterback Steve Angeli has made the decision to leave the team, following a significant choice by the Fighting Irish’s quarterback coach, Gino Guidugli, regarding his role on the roster. Angeli, who joined Notre Dame in 2022, announced his departure after being informed that he would not be in the mix for the starting quarterback position heading into the 2025 season.
Sources within the program indicate that Guidugli’s decision, which placed Angeli lower on the depth chart, played a pivotal role in the young quarterback’s choice to part ways with the team. Angeli had hoped to compete for a more prominent role after spending the past two seasons as a backup, but with the emergence of other quarterbacks, including sophomore Tyler Buchner and senior Drew Pyne, Angeli found himself further sidelined.
In a statement released through his social media, Angeli expressed frustration over the decision but also thanked the Notre Dame coaching staff and his teammates for their support during his time with the program. “I have always given my best for the team, but after discussions with Coach Guidugli and the staff, I believe it’s time for me to move on and pursue opportunities elsewhere,” said Angeli. “This was a difficult decision, but I trust it’s the best path for my future.”
Coach Gino Guidugli addressed Angeli’s departure, acknowledging the tough nature of the decision. “Steve has been a dedicated player, and we respect his decision to leave,” Guidugli said in a statement. “We wish him all the best as he moves forward in his career.”
Angeli’s exit raises questions about the depth at quarterback for the Fighting Irish, as the team now turns to Buchner, Pyne, and other potential quarterbacks to solidify their lineup for the upcoming season.
