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Notre Dame in Danger of Losing Major Future Opponent

One of the biggest draws on the future Notre Dame schedules will be against another national championship favorite entering 2026, Texas. Maybe. Notre Dame football is on a run it hasn't seen in quite some time.

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What Notre Dame Football Can Take from Powerhouse Lacrosse Program

Notre Dame men's lacrosse fell in tough fashion Monday to Princeton in the national championship game. It was Notre Dame's third trip to national championship game in the last four seasons, having won it all in both 2023 and 2024.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 27

Notre Dame and the Ever-Feared 'Week After Navy'

Notre Dame football will close the October portion of its 2026 schedule on Halloween against Navy as the two old rivals are set to meet at the home of the New England Patriots in Foxboro, Mass.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / May 27

Notre Dame Football Receives Recruiting Help From 5-Star Defensive Lineman

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish made a big splash when landing defensive lineman David Folorunsho in the 2027 recruiting class. The five-star prospect, according to Rivals, committed to the Fighting Irish on May 15.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 26

Notre Dame Adds to Insane DL Class with Jackson Vaughn Commitment

Notre Dame landed another big-time commitment to the 2027 recruiting class on Tuesday when top-100ish player Jackson Vaughn announced his decision to play for Marcus Freeman and the Fighting Irish.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / May 27

Notre Dame football lands 4-star edge rusher over LSU, Miami

Notre Dame football added another major defensive piece Tuesday as Bergen Catholic edge rusher Jackson Vaughn committed to the Fighting Irish over South Carolina, Auburn, LSU, and Miami.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / May 26

Predicting the next five Notre Dame commitments following the Fighting Irish landing 4-star pass rusher Jackson Vaughn

Who are the next five potential 2027 recruiting commitments for Notre Dame? There are several top targets to keep a close eye on. Notre Dame football landed a massive commitment on Tuesday evening from 2027 Oradell (NJ) Bergen Catholic 4-star pass rusher Jackson Vaughn.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / May 26

Notre Dame HC already being linked with one NFL team

Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman already being linked with one NFL team

Freeman has gone 43-12 with Notre Dame since the final game of the team's 2021 season.

The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

College Lacrosse News / Field Level Media / May 25

No. 1 seed Princeton thrashes Notre Dame for men’s lax title

Chad Palumbo tallied four goals, Colin Burns had three and Princeton used a dominant second quarter to roll to a 16-9 victory over Notre Dame in the NCAA men's lacrosse national championship game Monday in Charlottesville, Va.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 25

The Right - And Wrong - Way For Notre Dame To Think About NIL Deals

In the wild, wide-open world of modern college football, NIL deals play a huge role in recruiting and landing prospects. How much of a huge role? That varies athlete to athlete.

Marcus Freeman News / A to Z Sports / May 25

Marcus Freeman’s biggest recruiting wins that could catapult the Fighting Irish toward winning a National Championship in 2026

Who have been some of the biggest recruiting wins for Notre Dame under head coach Marcus Freeman? They could impact championship hopes in 2026. Notre Dame football has put together an extremely talented team under the guidance of head coach Marcus Freeman.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 23

Notre Dame Lacrosse Heading Back to National Championship Game

Notre Dame men's lacrosse will play on Memorial Day. That's all college lacrosse fans want to hear, as the holiday is when the men's lacrosse national champion gets crowned, and Notre Dame is set to play in it for the third time in four years.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 23

Notre Dame's Sleepiest Football Rivalry Game

Notre Dame football's long history also includes a long list of rivals. Some have been teams that Notre Dame has played dating back more than 100 years, while others are teams that have been regulars on the schedule at different times, but taken time off as well.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / May 22

Breaking down 2028 Notre Dame quarterback recruiting – The early names to know and where things currently stand

Who are the early names to know for 2028 Notre Dame quarterback recruiting? It is a small but extremely talented list of players. Notre Dame quarterback recruiting has been tremendous under head coach Marcus Freeman in recent years.

C.J. Carr News / A to Z Sports / May 22

On3 takes a controversial early stance on Notre Dame star CJ Carr and his place amongst the best CFB quarterbacks

The CJ Carr disrespect has started early. Where should the Notre Dame signal caller be rated amongst the top CFB quarterbacks? We are in the quiet section of the college football offseason, but as always, we can count on On3 to provide some controversial topics for conversation.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 22

Notre Dame Women's Basketball Lands 5-Star Forward Eve Long

Notre Dame's 2026 recruiting class is already stacked with four four-star recruits, but the 2027 class has a chance to be just as good or maybe even better after landing five-star forward Eve Long on Thursday.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / May 21

Notre Dame Seemingly In Drivers Seat for Prized Chicago Star Brayden Parks

Notre Dame has the makings of a talented recruiting class in 2027 for a variety of reasons, but an emerging potential commitment adds to why this cycle may be that much more special for the Fighting Irish.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / May 21

Notre Dame has one more remaining hurdle to land a priority recruit that the Fighting Irish are pushing hard for

Notre Dame fans should expect some great news at the end of June. It will also make some members of the Fighting Irish fanbase feel old. Notre Dame football has had a strong couple of weeks on the recruiting side, adding several top targets to its potentially elite 2027 class.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ESPN / May 20

2027 five-star fits: Breaking down Eve Long at Notre Dame, more early commitments

Projecting the impact of top 2027 recruits Caroline Bradley (LSU), Eve Long (Notre Dame) and Ogechi Okeke (Baylor).

College Football News / A to Z Sports / May 20

Making sense of the Notre Dame recruiting targets we’ve barely talked about, but the Fighting Irish seem to be trending for

Who are the underrated 2027 Notre Dame recruiting targets that people need to talk about more? There are three who stand out most. Notre Dame football has been riding a wave of positive momentum for the 2027 recruiting class over the last several weeks.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / May 20

Coaches Talk Anonymously About Notre Dame for 2026

It’s not easy getting college football coaches to honestly comment on another coach, player or team. Most coaches don’t want to give opposing teams bulletin board material, which is why there is a lot of coach speak or overused cliches used during the year.

College Football News / Yardbarker / May 14

Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua shares update on USC rivalry series

The rivalry between Notre Dame and USC won't be played in 2026. With the exception of COVID-19, it's the first time the series isn't being played since World War II.

Michigan football recruit makes blunder while committing to Kyle Whittingham

Early projection: Top 10 cornerbacks in the 2027 NFL Draft

The 'College nicknames that don't end in s' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / May 14

Michigan football recruit makes blunder while committing to Kyle Whittingham

It's another day, and another four-star recruit is heading to the Michigan Wolverines. This is just another moment in the life of new Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham, who's heading up a dynasty.

Oregon lands four-star OT Cameron Wagner: 'Coach Lanning is the best coach in college football'

ACC, Big 12 join calls to expand College Football Playoff, but some opposition still exists

Miami HC Mario Cristobal doesn't hold back on NIL chaos in college football

Matt Rhule confronts reality of NIL era for Nebraska Cornhuskers

The focus on Steve Sarkisian's 'basket weaving' insult for SEC rival misses the bigger picture

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / May 11

USC and Notre Dame may be ready to resume their rivalry

The USC-Notre Dame football rivalry may not be paused for long. USC and Notre Dame are in active discussions to resume their annual football rivalry, according to Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles Times.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / The Spun / May 7

Notre Dame Football Already Has 4 Primetime Games for 2026

Notre Dame's football program maintains that it doesn't need to be in a conference. The Fighting Irish's 2026 football conference is further proof for why that is.