The April 2013 issue of Blue & Gold Illustrated, which features senior wide receiver TJ Jones on the cover, previews the Irish heading into spring football practice:

• General spring overview
• Preview of the offense
• A closer look at the offensive line
• Preview of the defense
• A feature on the linebackers
• Preview of the special teams

 Also in this issue:

• How former Irish players fared at the NFL Scouting Combine
• A story about how Notre Dame managed to keep its coaching staff intact
• A feature on strength and conditioning coach Paul Longo
• Football recruiting coverage
• Updates on Notre Dame’s two nationally ranked basketball programs and much more!