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Grok simulates CJ Carr’s year two breakthrough and the top 8 Notre Dame pass catchers during the 2026 CFB season

Just how good will Notre Dame’s passing attack be going into the 2026 CFB season? Grok gave some early projections for the Irish. Heading into the 2026 college football season, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish are expected to be one of the best overall teams in the country.

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ESPN Accuses Notre Dame Of Violating Tradition With Football Uniform Patches

Few college football programs, if any, bask in more tradition than the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. But even Notre Dame can't say no to money. Notre Dame announced this week that SoFi will serve as the official jersey patch sponsor for the South Bend, Indiana football program.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / July 30

5 Greatest Wide Receivers in Notre Dame Football History

Notre Dame’s list of five greatest receivers in school history is a tale of two versions. Three-fifths of the list is made up of statistical superstars, some of the highest-slotting players in the Notre Dame receiving record books crack the top five.

Notre Dame Finally Beats Ohio State at Something Regarding Football

Notre Dame beat Ohio State in a pair of gridiron classics in back-to-back years, back in 1935 and 1936. But it's been until then that Notre Dame has beaten Ohio State on the actual playing field, losing each of the last seven meetings between the blueblood programs.

Marcus Freeman News / A to Z Sports / July 29

Notre Dame football 2028 recruiting: Early running back targets to know for Marcus Freeman and the Fighting Irish staff

Notre Dame has been recruiting the running back position at an outstanding level recently. That should continue in the 2028 class. Notre Dame football has recruited and developed the running back position as well as just about anybody in college football in recent years.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 29

Notre Dame commit Jackson Vaughn makes a unique change ahead of his senior season, and it only helps the Fighting Irish

Notre Dame EDGE commit Jackson Vaughn just made an interesting decision ahead of his senior season. It is good news for the Irish. Notre Dame football 2027 EDGE commit Jackson Vaughn has made a significant move in his prep career, transferring from Bergen Catholic to IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida.

College Football's No. 5 EDGE Recruit Makes Decision That Shakes Up Two National Powers

Four-star defensive end Darieon Prescott has just ended a battle between three of the strongest powers on the recruiting trail this summer. Prescott committed to Notre Dame on Monday, choosing the Fighting Irish over Oregon and Texas A&M.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 28

Expanded Playoff the Talk of Big Ten Media Days - How Notre Dame Would Benefit

Big Ten Media Days got Tuesday underway in Chicago, and among the very first things brought up was the desire for the College Football Playoff to expand to 24 teams.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 28

Notre Dame football lands SoFi as official financial services partner, jersey badge included for 2026 season

Notre Dame football makes a dramatic change ahead of the 2026 CFB season. The Fighting Irish continue to evolve with the new era. Notre Dame football announced a landmark partnership with SoFi on Tuesday, naming the San Francisco-based financial services company as the official financial services partner of Notre Dame Athletics.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / The Spun / July 28

Notre Dame Goes Against Tradition With Jersey Patch Announcement

Notre Dame is getting a jersey sponsor. The Fighting Irish, who have arguably the richest - and most conservative - history in college football, will be changing their classic college football uniforms to feature a jersey patch from SoFi.

Mitchell Evans News / A to Z Sports / July 28

History appeared to repeat itself for a former Notre Dame star, but optimism remains high after the early injury scare

Former Notre Dame star tight end Mitchell Evans has an early injury scare for the Carolina Panthers. There is optimism for a quick return. Former Notre Dame football tight end Mitchell Evans suffered an apparent lower left leg injury during Carolina Panthers practice on Tuesday, when the second-year pass catcher was carted off the field.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / July 27

Notre Dame beats out Oregon, Texas A&M for five-star EDGE Darieon Prescott

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish are still over two years away from welcoming in their 2028 recruiting class. Marcus Freeman and the Irish are already putting together a class that could end up generating some massive buzz, though.

North Carolina GM Michael Lombardi placed on administrative leave

Alabama's NFL pipeline led four-star LB Tysir Young to commit early

Two SEC coaches who could be fired — and two who could be hired away

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

Notre Dame Flashes Two Strengths in Landing Five-Star Darieon Prescott

Notre Dame landed an elite defensive line recruit from Chicago on Thursday, when four-star tackle Brayden Parks announced his commitment to the Fighting Irish over Oregon.

Ranking all 12 opposing head coaches on Notre Dame football’s 2026 CFB schedule from best to worst

While Notre Dame’s 2026 schedule isn’t overly challenging, they will face off against some good head coaches. Who are the top names? Notre Dame football

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

These Two Disturbing Trends Must End For Notre Dame to Have an Amazing Season

When the preseason college football rankings are released in the very near future, Notre Dame will be a top-five team. This will be an Irish team featuring a Heisman hopeful quarterback in CJ Carr and a team that overall is one of the preseason title favorites.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 27

Notre Dame football gets to have the heated debate many never thought possible: Which 5-star EDGE commitment is the best?

Notre Dame football just landed another 5-star EDGE on Monday. How does he rank amongst the other top pass rushers they have signed? Notre Dame football

Marcus Freeman News / A to Z Sports / July 27

Notre Dame lands 5-star edge Darieon Prescott, continuing elite defensive line recruiting surge under HC Marcus Freeman

Notre Dame landed a massive commitment from elite 2028 EDGE Darieon Prescott. The recruiting heater continues for the Fighting Irish. Notre Dame football

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 26

Notre Dame football recruiting need at defensive back remains, and a committed recruit may have hinted at a potential flip

Notre Dame is in pursuit of another talented 2027 defensive back. Who are the Fighting Irish targeting for that spot? Notre Dame football and head coach Marcus Freeman may not be done with the 2027 recruiting class just yet.

Marcus Freeman News / Yardbarker / July 22

Marcus Freeman shares update about Notre Dame future amid NFL rumors

Freeman has been linked to interest from NFL teams.

Five NFL coaches with hottest seats entering 2026 season

Georgia HC Kirby Smart remains confident in QB Gunner Stockton: 'His best play was in the biggest moments'

The 'Most NFL games coached' quiz

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / EasySportz / July 18

Marcus Freeman Locks Notre Dame To Win Every Game

Notre Dame football hit New York City for day two of its media blitz. The event ran like a well-oiled machine from start to finish. Head coach Marcus Freeman set the tone immediately with bold declarations.

Brian Kelly News / Yardbarker / July 14

Brian Kelly not counting out a return to college football

In a recent interview with "The Independent," Kelly didn't sound closed off to the idea of coaching again.

Ole Miss considering suing two former players who followed Lane Kiffin to LSU

Miami paid big money to win QB Darian Mensah in the transfer portal

Louisville lands former Tennessee commitment in four-star DL Kadin Fife

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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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Marcus Freeman 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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Marcus Freeman News / Yardbarker / July 2