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Surprising New Outlook Boosts Notre Dame’s Playoff Hopes

Tuesday night didn't appear to bring good news for Notre Dame as the Fighting Irish fell from No. 9 to No. 10 in the College Football Playoff rankings despite cruising to an easy victory at Stanford.

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Notre Dame at the Center of College Football Playoff's Biggest Drama

Notre Dame has always been polarizing in the world of college football. As a historically independent, non-conference-affiliated power, the Irish are often the target of the complaint de jour.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / December 3

What CFP Chair Hunter Yurachek Said About Notre Dame's Playoff Chances

Notre Dame has been at the heart of College Football Playoff debates for weeks, and a new set of rankings released Tuesday further sparked conversation.

Marcus Freeman News / A to Z Sports / December 3

Notre Dame football and HC Marcus Freeman just did what no other College Football program could do in the 2026 recruiting class

Notre Dame football has been recruiting on a historical level under head coach Marcus Freeman since he took over the program before the 2022 college football season.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / December 3

Notre Dame 2026 Recruiting Class Best Recruit, Highest Ceiling, Hidden Gem

The Fighting Irish are bringing in a class full of high-profile athletes to South Bend in this 2026 recruiting cycle. From defensive end, to running back, to safety, Notre Dame has one of the deepest and most talented recruiting classes we have seen in recent Irish history.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / December 3

Inside Notre Dame's 10-Game Winning Streak to Get in the CFP Hunt

Everyone around the Notre Dame program knew that there would be a high cost to be paid for Notre Dame's unfortunate 0-2 start to the 2025 season. Now,

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / December 3

Notre Dame Sets Program Record with 2026 Recruiting Class

Notre Dame is bringing in a star-studded recruiting class in the 2026 cycle, with four five-star caliber players set to sign with the Fighting Irish on Wednesday, December 3, for National Signing Day.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / December 2

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / December 2

Watch: Notre Dame's Markus Burton Delivers A Double Double In Win Over Missouri

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / December 2

Watch: Missouri vs. Notre Dame Game Highlights | 2025-26 ACC Men's Basketball

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / December 2

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / December 2

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Jeremiyah Love News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / December 1

Jeremiyah Love's Heisman Odds Take Hit After Notre Dame Defeats Stanford

One of the best seasons by a running back in Notre Dame history won't be enough to win the Heisman Trophy, it appears. As of Monday morning, Jeremiyah Love has the fourth-best odds at +1600, according to the Draft Kings Sportsbook.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / December 1

The Next Step For Notre Dame Under Marcus Freeman

After Notre Dame's unfortunate 0-2 start to the 2025 season, the mission for the rest of the year became crystal clear. To have a chance to make the playoffs, the Irish needed to win 10 games in a row.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / November 30

Notre Dame Completes 10 Game Win Streak, But CFP Uncertainty Reigns

This week had a very unique feel to it for the greater Notre Dame community. With the Notre Dame game starting so unusually late at night, the Irish faithful had two entire days' worth of games to watch and root for outcomes that would boost Notre Dame's CFP ranking.

Marcus Freeman News / A to Z Sports / November 30

Former Notre Dame feel good story has morphed into one of the biggest unsung heroes for HC Marcus Freeman and the Irish

When you talk about Notre Dame football, most of the conversation tends to center around the stars on the team. Superstar running back Jeremiyah Love gets a bulk of the hype, as does redshirt freshman quarterback CJ Carr.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / November 30

2025 Bowl Projections after Week 14: Alabama, Notre Dame, Virginia Rising in Playoff Field

College football’s Week 14 schedule produced several results that significantly altered the projected playoff field and bowl projections following Friday and Saturday’s action.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / The Spun / November 29

College Football Playoff Committee Facing Tough Notre Dame Decision

We're not even all the way through this college football Saturday and it's already looking like the Playoff committee has a lot it's going to have to deal with.

Big 12 Commissioner Makes Case for BYU Cougars to Surpass Notre Dame Fighting Irish in CFP Rankings

The BYU Cougars are one of the programs looking for a spot in the College Football Playoff, and Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark has been seeing the conference take a massive step in the right direction.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Gridiron Heroics / November 26

College Football Show Host Blasts Committee’s Approach to Miami-Notre Dame Rankings

There is serious scrutiny on the College Football Playoff committee as the season winds down. Josh Pate, host of the popular College Football Show, voiced serious concerns about how the selection committee appears set to look past Miami’s head-to-head victory over Notre Dame when the two programs sit with identical 9-2 records.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 24

Experts debate Miami vs. Notre Dame in College Football Playoff rankings

As the 2025 college football regular season winds down, the CFP Selection Committee is gearing up for one burning debate this time around: Notre Dame vs.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 18

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise, including Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. From a Notre Dame running back to a Toledo defensive back, here are five players we're tracking.

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