Notre Dame had two players selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft, with an all-time draft first occurring regarding the Fighting Irish.

Nov 8, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jadarian Price (24) runs the ball against the Navy Midshipmen during the second half at Notre Dame Stadium. | Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

Going into Thursday night, Notre Dame hadn't had a running back taken in the first round of the NFL draft since all the way back in 1993, when a young lad by the name of Jerome Bettis went 10th overall to the Los Angeles Rams.

Just how long ago was that?

Considering the fact the Rams moved to St.…