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Notre Dame True Freshman Who Will Make Biggest Impact in 2026

Notre Dame has long as long of history as anyone at producing great tight ends and it certainly appears the next great one might be on campus. Ian Premer was a five-star tight end in this past recruiting cycle that stunned many when he chose Notre Dame over longtime favorite Kansas State last summer.

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Notre Dame offensive line wild card could shake up the starting lineup heading into the 2026 college football season

Notre Dame football is expected to have a tremendous offensive line heading into 2026. There is a wildcard up front to keep a close eye on. Notre Dame football enters the 2026 college football season with one of the most talented offenses head coach Marcus Freeman and offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock have assembled.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / July 12

Watch: Notre Dame Pitcher Jack Radel | 2026 MLB Draft

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 10

In-Depth Look at How ESPN FPI Sees Notre Dame for 2026 Season

It doesn't take a college football expert to figure out that Notre Dame will enter 2026 as a favorite to win the national championship. Head coach Marcus

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Notre Dame football zeroes in on a pair of local targets to address 2028 recruiting needs and a 2027 misstep

There are a couple of local 2028 recruiting targets that I have become massive priorities for Notre Dame football and the Irish staff. Notre Dame football

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / BodyBuildingBros / July 10

Notre Dame women’s basketball team focuses on strength conditioning

With the offseason in full swing, the Notre Dame women’s basketball team is focusing on strength training ahead of another championship chase. They are set to open the 2026-27 season against Villanova.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Draft Nation / July 9

2027 NFL Prospect Profile: Notre Dame Cornerback Leonard Moore

Notre Dame cornerback Leonard Moore may only be entering his junior season, but many NFL scouts already believe he could be the best cornerback in college football by the time the 2027 NFL Draft arrives.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 8

Why Notre Dame, Oregon are likely to be in CFP national championship

Plenty of teams enter the 2026 season with College Football Playoff aspirations, but two programs separate themselves from the pack in a way that points toward a head-to-head game in Las Vegas on Jan.

Notre Dame pays homage to Green Bay Packers with 'Shamrock Series' uniforms

Deion Sanders is patient in the NIL era but he's expecting Colorado to win in 2026

Former Florida HC Billy Napier pinpoints what went wrong with Gators

Big 12 commissioner eying another round of College Football Playoff expansion

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / July 8

Notre Dame pays homage to Packers with 'Shamrock Series' uniforms

Notre Dame pays homage to Green Bay Packers with 'Shamrock Series' uniforms

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish are one of the most historic and iconic brands in college sports. The Green Bay Packers are one of the most iconic brands in all of sports, but especially in the NFL.

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NFL News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 8

Notre Dame Football's Links to the Green Bay Packers Run Deep

Notre Dame football released its Shamrock Series uniforms for the Labor Day weekend showdown against Wisconsin this year, which will be played in Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 8

Notre Dame Has a New Role in 2026: National Championship Favorite

Notre Dame Football always has a target on its back. Whether the team is expected to be a contender or have a down year, the Irish get everyone's best shot.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 8

Notre Dame football is predicted to land a developmental 2028 recruiting target with some massive overall upside

Notre Dame is predicted to land an intriguing 2028 recruiting target. His background is eerily similar to some past Irish victories. Notre Dame football and head coach Marcus Freeman are nearing the finish line with the 2027 recruiting class, and the 2028 cycle is already coming into focus.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 8

Notre Dame football and the 2028 recruiting class: Why the Fighting Irish must prioritize Chicago and Illinois talent

The city of Chicago is going to be massive for Notre Dame’s 2028 recruiting class. They must keep the top talent at home. Notre Dame football recruiting in the 2028 class could hinge on how well head coach Marcus Freeman and the Fighting Irish tap into the talent-rich city of Chicago and the state of Illinois.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 5

Notre Dame Recruit Zayden Gamble Puts Florida Schools on Notice

It's not that Notre Dame football hasn't had some success recruiting in the state of Florida all-time, but it hasn't exactly been a hot-bed of talent on the regular, either.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 5

This Could Be Notre Dame's New Offensive Style After Losing Its Star Running Backs

Notre Dame will field its most talented and deepest roster of the modern era in 2026. This is why the Irish are set to be a preseason top-five team and a top choice to win the title.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / July 2

Marcus Freeman's thoughts on his future with Notre Dame are extremely clear

Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman is not hiding anything. And he knows what he wants his future to look like.

Notre Dame loses QB Trey Tagliaferri less than a week after his commitment to Irish

Notre Dame: Marcus Freeman ‘intrigued’ by NFL opportunity

Penn State scores biggest recruiting win of the young Matt Campbell era with four-star QB James Armstrong

Lane Kiffin, LSU flip four-star safety recruit from Steve Sarkisian, Texas

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Mike Farrell Sports / July 2

RECRUITING: Top 2028 QB Quickly Decommits from Notre Dame

When Notre Dame received a commitment from a top Class of 2028 quarterback on June 25th, they got an impressive jumpstart to their class. Six days later it all fell apart as Trey Tagliaferri (Oradell, NJ) decommitted.

C.J. Carr News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Notre Dame QB CJ Carr Has Big Expectations for Former 5-Star Recruit

CJ Carr is entering his second season as the Notre Dame Fighting Irish's starting quarterback. He was solid in 2025, completing 195-of-293 passes for 2,741 yards, 24 touchdowns, six interceptions and a 168.1 passer rating.

Marcus Freeman News / Yardbarker / June 29

Five-star OL Albert Simien messes with Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame

Marcus Freeman had it coming when it came to the commitment day "shenanigans" from five-star interior offensive line recruit Albert Simien.

Ohio State beats out Texas, Georgia for five-star DL Marcus Fakatou

QB Jackson Arnold leaning on Dan Mullen, Corey Dennis at UNLV

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Leonard Moore News / Yardbarker / June 25

Notre Dame has 'the ultimate shutdown guy' in Leonard Moore

There's just something about a shutdown corner, especially at the college level.

Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame land elite QB recruit in massive win

Former Notre Dame, LSU HC Brian Kelly to call college football games in 2026

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Brian Kelly News / Yardbarker / June 25

Former LSU HC Brian Kelly lands new job before CFB season

Former Notre Dame, LSU HC Brian Kelly to call college football games in 2026

Brian Kelly is headed to the broadcasting booth.

Brendan Sorsby gets more bad news after supplemental draft decision

Kirby Smart is still the top SEC coach despite rough CFP appearances

Ohio State star is top player in 'College Football 27,' but won't be No. 1 draft pick

Mario Cristobal, Miami land two elite recruits minutes apart

Pete Golding, Ole Miss continue to clean up on in-state recruiting trail

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / June 24

5 Greatest Running Backs in Notre Dame Football History

Unlike our other lists of Notre Dame greats, our ranking of the top five running backs in Fighting Irish history features a more contemporary feel. Sort of.