Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard struck first Monday night to lead the Irish to a 7-0 lead against Ohio State in the College Football Playoff national championship game.
Leonard, a native of Fairhope, Ala., carried the ball nine times for 34 yards, ending with a 1-yard run with 9:45 left in the half.
The quarterback celebrated by showing a bracelet to the camera.
The message?
Matthew 23:12.
The Bible passage states: “He who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” »
Leonard also completed 3 of 5 passes for 31 yards on Notre Dame’s opening drive.
AL.com chronicled Leonard’s trip from Fairhope to Notre Dame before the game.
Mark Heim is a reporter for The Alabama Media Group. Follow him on Twitter @Mark_Heim. He can be heard on “The Opening Kickoff” on WNSP-FM 105.5 FM on mobile or on the free Sound of Mobile app from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. daily.
