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College football rankings: Winless team remains ranked in both AP and Coaches Poll

College football rankings: Winless team remains ranked in both AP and Coaches Poll

The college football rankings have been released and a rare 0-2 team still remains ranked in both polls. Notre Dame sits at No. 24 in the AP Poll after dropping 16 spots as the Irish are one slot above a 3-0 USC team, thanks to a challenging schedule.

Dan Patrick News / NBC Sports / September 15
Tyler Buchner News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 15
Why NBC Should Be Ashamed of Notre Dame-Texas A&M Broadcast

Why NBC Should Be Ashamed of Notre Dame-Texas A&M Broadcast

NBC has broadcast Notre Dame home games since 1991 and very few have been as compelling as Saturday night's Texas A&M comeback victory over the Fighting Irish.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Mike Farrell Sports / September 15

Can Notre Dame or Clemson Still Make the Playoffs?

When the season began, not many people would have guessed that Notre Dame and Clemson would be a combined 1-4 on September 13th. However, that is the reality of the situation as both teams try to dust themselves off in an attempt to save their seasons.

Marcus Freeman News / A to Z Sports / September 15
Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman finally answers the million dollar question about whose defense Chris Ash is really running 

Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman finally answers the million dollar question about whose defense Chris Ash is really running 

After two underwhelming weeks of defensive football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish under new defensive coordinator Chris Ash, a large portion of the fanbase has been voicing their frustrations.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 15
Notre Dame Dealing With Key Injuries Before Purdue Game

Notre Dame Dealing With Key Injuries Before Purdue Game

Notre Dame (0-2) looks to get back on the right track this weekend against an improved Purdue (2-1) outfit from a season ago. No the Boilermakers aren't any great shakes, but they've already topped their 2024 win total and we're only halfway through September.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 15
Somehow Still Ranked: Notre Dame Holds Spot Despite 0–2 Start

Somehow Still Ranked: Notre Dame Holds Spot Despite 0–2 Start

Notre Dame is still reeling from the effects of having a 0-2 start to the season. The 41-40 loss at the hands of Texas A&M was a big setback for the Fighting Irish.

Marcus Freeman News / A to Z Sports / September 15
Notre Dame football has the supports in place to make an aggressive decision that could solve a major issue for the Fighting Irish 

Notre Dame football has the supports in place to make an aggressive decision that could solve a major issue for the Fighting Irish 

Head coach Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame football are in a bit of a tough spot currently following the team’s 0-2 start to the 2025 college football season.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Sporting News / September 14

Notre Dame has 1 silver lining after Texas A&M heartbreaker

The Fighting Irish have lost two consecutive nail-biters.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 14
ESPN Computers Project Notre Dame vs. Purdue Matchup as Irish Face Must-Win

ESPN Computers Project Notre Dame vs. Purdue Matchup as Irish Face Must-Win

Notre Dame returned to action Saturday night after a week off, and things didn't go as planned as it welcomed Texas A&M. Marcus Freeman and the Fighting Irish fell 41-40 in a last-second defeat, something Notre Dame fans have become familiar with over the years.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 14
Perfect Opportunity: Notre Dame Looks to Reset After 0–2 Start

Perfect Opportunity: Notre Dame Looks to Reset After 0–2 Start

It may be hard for Notre Dame fans to believe but the 2025 college football season is only three weeks old. After waiting eight months for it to return after last year's trip to the national championship game, Notre Dame has sputtered to an 0-2 start following Saturday night's 41-40 loss to Texas A&M.

C.J. Carr News / Sporting News / September 14

CJ Carr's major flaw may have doomed Notre Dame in loss to Texas A&M, per The Athletic

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish lost a close one on Saturday, and the reason for that might be shocking.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Sporting News / September 14

AP Top 25: Notre Dame is the first ranked 0-2 team since 1988

Irish come into Week 4 still ranked.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 14
Early Intel on the biggest Notre Dame recruiting weekend of the 2025 CFB season, and who the Fighting Irish impressed most 

Early Intel on the biggest Notre Dame recruiting weekend of the 2025 CFB season, and who the Fighting Irish impressed most 

It was a frustrating weekend for head coach Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame football following their 41 to 40 loss to the Texas A&M Aggies at home. Defensive

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 14
Former NFL Ref Blasts SEC Officials After Notre Dame vs. Texas A&M Finish

Former NFL Ref Blasts SEC Officials After Notre Dame vs. Texas A&M Finish

Notre Dame starts its Sunday sitting at 0-2 and with a world full of questions following Saturday night's 41-40 defeat at the hands of Texas A&M. The Irish thought 2025 could be the year to end the 37 year national championship drought, but just two games in, they're instead picking up a significant amount of pieces.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / CFB-HQ on SI / September 14
Coaches Poll top 25: Clemson out, Notre Dame drops in Week 4 college football rankings

Coaches Poll top 25: Clemson out, Notre Dame drops in Week 4 college football rankings

A look at the updated Coaches Poll top 25 college football rankings coming out of an active Saturday and looking ahead to the Week 4 action next weekend.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / September 14
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Mike Farrell Sports / September 14

Notre Dame Struggles Without Al Golden

No. 8 Notre Dame has started the season 0–2. The Irish dropped their opener in a 27–24 battle with No. 5 Miami, and then on Sept. 13, they lost again at home—this time to No.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / September 14
Notre Dame’s Placement in ESPN College Football Rankings Is a Total Whiff

Notre Dame’s Placement in ESPN College Football Rankings Is a Total Whiff

Week 3 of the 2025 college football season has come and gone, and there were a handful of exciting games to watch. One of the best was between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Texas A&M Aggies.

Marcus Freeman News / Athlon Sports / September 13
Marcus Freeman Is Proud of Family's African American and Korean Roots

Marcus Freeman Is Proud of Family's African American and Korean Roots

Marcus Freeman was named head coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Dec. 3, 2021, following the departure of Brian Kelly to LSU. Notre Dame chose to promote from within, as Freeman had previously served as the defensive coordinator.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / September 12
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / September 11
College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / September 11
Rece Davis predicts Texas A&M vs. Notre Dame winner in Week 3

Rece Davis predicts Texas A&M vs. Notre Dame winner in Week 3

The buildup to Notre Dame’s home opener against Texas A&M already carried playoff implications. It became more notable this week when ESPN’s Rece Davis gave his pick on the College GameDay podcast.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 10
Texas A&M WR stresses importance of Notre Dame matchup

'We circled this game': Texas A&M WR stresses importance of Notre Dame matchup

Saturday brings a critical rematch for the No. 16 Texas A&M Aggies. 

No. 8 Irish preaching long view, while No. 16 Texas A&M seeks revenge
College football 2025: 25 impactful transfers to keep an eye on
The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / September 7
Sustained Fast Starts Will Be Key Moving Forward For Notre Dame's Offense

Sustained Fast Starts Will Be Key Moving Forward For Notre Dame's Offense

Every game week at Irish Breakdown, we sit down on Thursdays and talk through Notre Dame's keys to victory on offense and defense. Regardless of who the opponent is, 'start fast' is always the first key to victory on offense.

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