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Notre Dame football just accomplished a rare recruiting feat that most doubted they could under HC Marcus Freeman

Notre Dame football just accomplished a rare recruiting feat that most doubted they could under HC Marcus Freeman

Notre Dame football has been recruiting on an extremely high level under head coach Marcus Freeman during his tenure. The 2026 recruiting class that the Fighting Irish were able to put together was an elite one, and arguably the best for the program since the Lou Holtz era.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / January 27
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / January 27
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / January 27
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / January 27
One Overlooked Reason The Notre Dame Offense Will Improve in 2026

One Overlooked Reason The Notre Dame Offense Will Improve in 2026

Marcus Freeman enters his fifth full season as Notre Dame's head coach in 2026, but some things are still new. For the first time in his tenure, Freeman returns both his starting quarterback and his offensive coordinator.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / January 27
Notre Dame is looking to reap benefits from new 2026 CFP format

Notre Dame is looking to reap benefits from new 2026 CFP format

Notre Dame narrowly missed out on the 12-team playoff field in 2025.

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Hannah Hidalgo News / ACC Digital Network / January 25
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / January 24
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / ACC Digital Network / January 24
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / January 24
Cam Newton Sets Off Awkward Moment On ESPN

Cam Newton Sets Off Awkward Moment On ESPN

The College Football Playoff’s decision to stick with a 12-team format for the 2026 season was announced on Friday, and Cam Newton wasn't happy about it.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / College Football News / January 23
What Everyone Is Getting Wrong About Notre Dame’s 2026 Schedule

What Everyone Is Getting Wrong About Notre Dame’s 2026 Schedule

The Notre Dame 2026 football schedule came out, the College Football Playoff gave the program a sweetheart of a deal, and, shock of shocks, people are mad about both.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / College Football News / January 23
Notre Dame Football 2026 Schedule: Full Breakdown and Season Outlook

Notre Dame Football 2026 Schedule: Full Breakdown and Season Outlook

Notre Dame's 2026 football schedule might not be a killer, but that could quickly change if a few things break the right way. As is, the Irish don't play any FCS teams, play ten games against Power Four programs, and   Technically, the schedule isn't all that bad.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 23
There's a new Notre Dame linebacker target to know for the Fighting Irish following the decommitment of Ellis McGaskin

There's a new Notre Dame linebacker target to know for the Fighting Irish following the decommitment of Ellis McGaskin

Notre Dame football received some bad news on Friday when 2027 Mobile (Ala.) Williamson linebacker Ellis McGaskin opted to decommit. Over the last few months, the 6-0, 205-pound defender had shown a ton of interest in other programs.

Marcus Freeman News / A to Z Sports / January 23
Notre Dame football and HC Marcus Freeman just received some bad news about an early recruiting victory

Notre Dame football and HC Marcus Freeman just received some bad news about an early recruiting victory

With how well Notre Dame football has been recruiting recently, there have been nothing but good vibes on that operation. Head coach Marcus Freeman and the Fighting Irish staff just put together arguably the best class in 30 years in 2026, and are off to another fast start for the 2027 group.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Mike Farrell Sports / January 21
Notre Dame Isn’t Even the Best Program in Its State

Notre Dame Isn’t Even the Best Program in Its State

No matter what the product on the field is, Notre Dame’s program is always relevant nationally. That is especially true in recent years, when the Irish have totaled double-digit victories eight of the last nine seasons.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / January 19
ESPN Facing Backlash for Marcus Freeman Decision

ESPN Facing Backlash for Marcus Freeman Decision

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman joined "College GameDay" to close out the 2025 college football season on Monday. He was on set to help preview Monday's National Championship Game between Miami and Indiana, and picked Miami to win right before the game started.

Marcus Freeman News / Yardbarker / January 15
Marcus Freeman hints at possible NFL pursuit at some point

Marcus Freeman hints at possible NFL pursuit if timing becomes right

Marcus Freeman stood at the podium Wednesday afternoon, facing reporters for the first time since Notre Dame's season ended. The questions came quickly.

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Notre Dame responds to battery accusation against Marcus Freeman

Notre Dame responds to battery accusation against Marcus Freeman

Notre Dame has already generated several headlines this offseason.

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Marcus Freeman News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 11
Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman Still Factoring Into NFL Coaching Carousel?

Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman Still Factoring Into NFL Coaching Carousel?

According to Ian Rapoport, there are teams that still think Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman could be an option to make the jump to the NFL despite his statement

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