Buchner is a true sophomore. He was a four-star prospect in the 2021 recruiting class. Here's what he did last year, per his ND bio:
Featured in 10 games for the Irish this season, including appearances in eight of the last nine contests; Displayed dual-threat skills, finishing the season with six TDs, three through the air and three on the ground, and 634 total yards, 336 rushing and 298 passing; Completed 21-of-35 passes (60.0%) and threw three interceptions; Ran 46 times on the season, averaging 7.3 yards per carry and 33.6 yards per game on the ground