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Notre Dame’s Biggest 2026 Obstacle Might Be Itself

Notre Dame’s Biggest 2026 Obstacle Might Be Itself

After four full years of reshaping the Notre Dame roster through recruiting, development, and working the transfer portal, the Irish now have one of the most talented teams in the country.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / April 13
How Notre Dame’s Portal Pickups Could Fuel a National Title Run

How Notre Dame’s Portal Pickups Could Fuel a National Title Run

Notre Dame will never be a program that flips 40-50 players on its roster from one year to the next. That kind of portal play just doesn't align with the academic path or culture.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / April 10
Former executive believes this NFC East team should trade up for Love

Former executive believes this NFC East team should trade up for Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love

As the NFL Draft (April 23-25 in Pittsburgh) inches closer, the hot takes and mock drafts continue to dominate the airwaves.

NFL insider shares strong reaction to rumors regarding Jeremiyah Love, Jets' Breece Hall
'JD can do everything I can do': Jeremiyah Love hypes fellow Notre Dame RB Jadarian Price ahead of 2026 NFL Draft
Could Jets draft Jeremiyah Love so that they can trade Breece Hall?
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz
Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / April 10
NFL insider shares strong reaction to rumors regarding Love, Hall

NFL insider shares strong reaction to rumors regarding Jeremiyah Love, Jets' Breece Hall

The idea that the New York Jets could stun the football world by making Love the second overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft continues to spark interesting discussions among fans and local media personalities after the Jets reportedly had a positive visit with the promising prospect.

Could Jets draft Jeremiyah Love so that they can trade Breece Hall?
New York Jets could target a Big Ten quarterback in 2026 NFL Draft
Jets may have already made final Ty Simpson decision
The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz
College Basketball (W) News / Ball Exclusives / April 9
Hannah Hidalgo announces return to Notre Dame for senior season

Hannah Hidalgo announces return to Notre Dame for senior season

Notre Dame star Hannah Hidalgo announced on Thursday that she is returning to the Fighting Irish for her senior season. The announcement comes after Hidalgo had a historic season and outstanding NCAA Tournament for Notre Dame.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / April 9
Inside Notre Dame Football: A Rare Look Behind the Scenes

Inside Notre Dame Football: A Rare Look Behind the Scenes

What is Notre Dame football like behind the scenes? Yeah, we've all seen inside the locker room before but how about the deeper parts than that? What is class really like for a Notre Dame football player?

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / April 9
Jeremiyah Love hypes fellow Notre Dame RB Jadarian Price ahead of draft

'JD can do everything I can do': Jeremiyah Love hypes fellow Notre Dame RB Jadarian Price ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

Notre Dame Fighting Irish star Jeremiyah Love won the 2025 Doak Walker Award as the best running back in college football. He believes teammate Jadarian Price could've done the same elsewhere.

Could Jets draft Jeremiyah Love so that they can trade Breece Hall?
Notre Dame placed in ESPN’s way too early top 25 rankings
2026 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Jadarian Price
The 'College football color teams' quiz
College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 8
Notre Dame is predicted to miss out on their top quarterback target in favor of a hated Fighting Irish rival

Notre Dame is predicted to miss out on their top quarterback target in favor of a hated Fighting Irish rival

2027 Notre Dame quarterback recruiting just took a tough turn. Where do Marcus Freeman and the Irish go from here after the recent news? While Notre Dame football recruiting has had a lot of momentum in the 2027 class recently, the search for the group’s quarterback has become an interesting affair.

Leonard Moore News / ESPN / April 8

CB Moore: Irish on 'revenge tour' after CFP snub

Notre Dame cornerback Leonard Moore says the Fighting Irish are on a "revenge tour" after being excluded from the College Football Playoff last season.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 8
Notre Dame just found a diamond in the rough recruiting target who brings some incredible upside to the table

Notre Dame just found a diamond in the rough recruiting target who brings some incredible upside to the table

Notre Dame may have just found a hidden gem of a 2027 recruiting target. It will be interesting to see the next move from Marcus Freeman and Co. Notre Dame football has recruited the defensive line a lot better over the last couple of cycles.

Paul Finebaum News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / April 8
Paul Finebaum Makes Fool of Himself Regarding Notre Dame Football

Paul Finebaum Makes Fool of Himself Regarding Notre Dame Football

Quick, how do you know when Notre Dame football is an actual threat to win a national championship? The cries about the Fighting Irish from a very specific part of the country become deafeningly loud.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / April 8
Could Jets draft Jeremiyah Love so that they can trade Breece Hall?

Could Jets draft Jeremiyah Love so that they can trade Breece Hall?

Hall had his rights retained via the franchise tag earlier this offseason. 

The 'Active 100-rushing-yard game leaders' quiz
College Basketball (W) News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / April 7
Veteran Guard Cassandre Prosper Enters WNBA Draft

Veteran Guard Cassandre Prosper Enters WNBA Draft

Notre Dame's quest for a return to the Sweet 16 next season got a little bit tougher after veteran guard Cassandre Prosper announced she's entering the WNBA Draft on Monday.

Hannah Hidalgo News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / April 7
Hannah Hidlago Collects More College Basketball Awards

Hannah Hidlago Collects More College Basketball Awards

Notre Dame's season came to an end two weeks ago in the Sweet 16, yet Hannah Hidalgo is still making national headlines. On Wednesday, Hidalgo was named College Basketball's Defensive Player of the Year, and on Sunday, she won the Nancy Lieberman Award, which is given to the nation's best point guard.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / April 6
Three Reasons Notre Dame Can Win The National Title

Three Reasons Notre Dame Can Win The National Title

Expectations for the Notre Dame Football program are always high; they've always been high and will always remain high. That being said, some years these high expectations are more realistic than others, and 2026 is one of those years.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / April 6
Notre Dame Baseball Loses 6th Straight Game. What's the Problem?

Notre Dame Baseball Loses 6th Straight Game. What's the Problem?

Two weeks ago, Notre Dame was one of the most talked-about teams in college baseball after sweeping 20th-ranked Clemson, but things haven't been anywhere near as good since.

Marcus Freeman News / The Spun / April 5
Marcus Freeman Has Controversial Stance On Fighting During Practice

Marcus Freeman Has Controversial Stance On Fighting During Practice

Marcus Freeman has taken a controversial stance when it comes to players fighting at practice. The Notre Dame head coach, who led the Fighting Irish to a national championship game appearance two seasons ago, believes that players fighting at practice is a very good thing.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / April 4
Final Four Weekend Sparks Bold Notre Dame Predictions for 2026 Season

Final Four Weekend Sparks Bold Notre Dame Predictions for 2026 Season

The men's Final Four is taking place in Indianapolis this weekend, and as we have no need to worry about participating in it anytime soon, there is plenty of reason for optimism on the football field in 2026.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / SwimSwam / April 3

US National Junior Team Member James Darcy Commits To Notre Dame For 2026

By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 2
Notre Dame has several key 2027 recruiting targets that hold the key to putting together another elite group

Notre Dame has several key 2027 recruiting targets that hold the key to putting together another elite group

These top 2027 recruiting targets are the most important for Notre Dame to be able to close on another elite haul of future players. Notre Dame football recruiting is off to a very strong start for the 2027 class.

Hannah Hidalgo News / Field Level Media / March 27
Hannah Hidalgo's triple-double helps Notre Dame upset Vanderbilt

Hannah Hidalgo's historic triple-double helps Notre Dame upset Vanderbilt

Hannah Hidalgo poured in 31 points with 11 rebounds and 10 steals as sixth-seeded Notre Dame held off second-seed Vanderbilt 67-64 in the Fort Worth Regional 1 semifinal Friday at Fort Worth, Texas.

Watch: Hannah Hidalgo leads Notre Dame to Elite 8 with historic triple-double

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