CJ Carr’s mom, Tammi Carr, never misses a chance to cheer her son on, from viral social media posts to stadium stands. Yet her protective streak extends beyond her own. When Notre Dame Fighting Irish’s backup quarterback got in trouble, Carr stepped up to defend him, treating him like family even without a blood tie.

“Quilters gonna quit,” tweeted NFL insider Dan Dakich on December 9, resharing Pete Byrne’s report that CJ Carr’s backup, Kenny Minchey, is planning to hit the portal.

“What is wrong with you?” came CJ Carr’s mom’s stern reaction.

It’s similar to how Patrick Mahomes’ family defends their son, and the criticism goes to the next level.

Minchey joined Notre Dame’s Class of 2023 as a four-star after flipping from Pittsburgh. He saw the field in 10 games over three years, all o

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