Riley Leonard and Notre Dame did not get the outcome they wanted in the title game loss to Ohio State, but there’s no questioning the quarterback’s valiant effort.

Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard always has made his faith a focal point in everything he does. Moments after the Irish fell to Ohio State 34-23 in the College Football Playoff national championship, the Fairhope, Alabama, native made the most of his platform, and his comments went viral.

Riley Leonard opened the national championship game with a do-it-all drive that made it appear the Notre Dame quarterback could win the title by himself. As it turned out, Leonard needed more help.