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Notre Dame Rises to No. 13 in AP Poll

Notre Dame Rises to No. 13 in AP Poll

Don't look now, but Notre Dame is on the rise. The Fighting Irish have won four straight games after beating North Carolina State, 36-7, on Saturday and are now ranked No.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / College Football Talk / October 13

No. 13 Notre Dame loses center Craig to knee injury as talks continue to extend Southern Cal series

Craig suffered the injury during a 36-7 victory over N.C. State last weekend.

Ashton Craig News / ESPN / October 13

ND center Craig done for season after knee injury

No. 13 Notre Dame has lost starting center Ashton Craig for the rest of this season because of a knee injury, coach Marcus Freeman announced Monday as the team prepares for its annual rivalry with Southern California.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 13
Notre Dame is dealt a difficult injury update, Fighting Irish offense forced to reshuffle to find replacement for vital starter

Notre Dame is dealt a difficult injury update, Fighting Irish offense forced to reshuffle to find replacement for vital starter

Head coach Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame football are starting to gain a ton of momentum over the last four games, all victories. The Fighting Irish began the season with a 0-2 record with losses to Miami and Texas A&M, but they are beginning to round into form.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / October 12
ESPN Makes Boring Decision with College GameDay's Next Destination

ESPN Makes Boring Decision with College GameDay's Next Destination

Notre Dame has two losses and seemingly must win out to have a shot at the Playoff, while USC still has a trip to Oregon to make, and can’t afford a second loss ahead of.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / October 12
College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 12
Notre Dame football is so close to turning the corner, but two fixes could help the Fighting Irish offense peak at the perfect time

Notre Dame football is so close to turning the corner, but two fixes could help the Fighting Irish offense peak at the perfect time

Notre Dame football has put together four straight victories after beginning the year with an 0-2 start. The team’s 36 to 7 victory over the NC State Wolfpack was an imperfect performance, but more evidence that this Fighting Irish team is extremely talented, and they are improving fast.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / October 12
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / October 12
Who’s Favored? ESPN FPI Makes Call on Notre Dame vs. USC

Who’s Favored? ESPN FPI Makes Call on Notre Dame vs. USC

Notre Dame cruised past NC State 36-7 Saturday to move to 4-2 at the season's halfway point. The Fighting Irish have been building since an 0-2 start that saw back-to-back heartbreaking losses at Miami and to Texas A&M.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / October 12
CJ Carr Gets Chance to Shine in Showdown vs. USC

CJ Carr Gets Chance to Shine in Showdown vs. USC

Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr is sort of in one of those places that all young quarterbacks go through. After a flaming hot streak after a rocky start at Miami, Carr hasn't quite had his "A" game in the last two weeks.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Sporting News / October 12

Notre Dame extends win streak as Freeman demands cleaner execution

A four-game win streak, another defensive gem, and still Freeman’s message stayed the same — the Irish must stop beating themselves.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / October 12
Another dominating performance has Notre Dame back in CFP picture  

Another dominating performance has Notre Dame back in CFP picture  

On the heels of a 36-7 win over North Carolina State, the question now becomes: have the Fighting Irish managed to overcome their early-season defeats to get back into the College Football Playoff picture? 

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College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 12
Notre Dame Fighting Irish finally unlock 1 crucial key to success that should help carry them to College Football Playoff

Notre Dame Fighting Irish finally unlock 1 crucial key to success that should help carry them to College Football Playoff

Notre Dame's 0-2 start, losing to two top six teams in the country (Miami & Texas A&M), is quickly beginning to feel like a distant memory. 56 points scored against both Purdue and Arkansas.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / October 11
Notre Dame vs. NC State: 5 Stats That Tell the Full Story

Notre Dame vs. NC State: 5 Stats That Tell the Full Story

Notre Dame's climb back to the College Football Playoff took another step Saturday in a 36-7 victory over NC State. The Irish victory moved the team to 4-2 on the season, as a date with rival USC awaits next week, in what could the Trojans' final trip to Notre Dame Stadium for the forseeable future.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / NBC Sports / October 11
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / NBC Sports / October 11
College Football News / ACC Digital Network / October 11
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / October 11
Second-Half Surge Powers Notre Dame Past NC State — Key Takeaways

Second-Half Surge Powers Notre Dame Past NC State — Key Takeaways

The first handful of minutes couldn't have gone better for Notre Dame on Saturday, forcing a North Carolina State three-and-out before skipping right down field and scoring a touchdown of its own.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / October 11
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / NBC Sports / October 11
Marcus Freeman News / EssentiallySports / October 9
Notre Dame Update: Marcus Freeman Announces Key Injuries, Plus Dual Kicker Plan

Notre Dame Update: Marcus Freeman Announces Key Injuries, Plus Dual Kicker Plan

Notre Dame will be heading into Saturday’s clash with NC State without a lot of key contributors. The injury report released by Marcus Freeman reads more like a medical ward inventory.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / EssentiallySports / October 7
Notre Dame’s Playoff Fate Leaked & Marcus Freeman’s Unfair Privilege Over SEC Confirmed

Notre Dame’s Playoff Fate Leaked & Marcus Freeman’s Unfair Privilege Over SEC Confirmed

Notre Dame’s CFP fate gets a sealed no-nonsense opinion from national analyst Josh Pate. And let’s just say, Marcus Freeman is now pretty much relaxed with his strong 3-2 record so far.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / September 25
Notre Dame lands elite four-star defensive prospect over Michigan, others

Notre Dame lands elite four-star defensive prospect over Michigan, others

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish have picked up yet another intriguing recruit on the 2027 recruiting trail.

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / September 22
Notre Dame HC has message for Chris Ash after Purdue game

Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman has message for Chris Ash after Purdue game

Following the contest, Irish head coach Marcus Freeman told the media that Ash needed to do a better job of matching pressure with his coverage scheme.

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