Notre Dame Fighting Irish: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Viral Sports News / September 23

Notre Dame Record-Setter Suddenly Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former Notre Dame running back Audric Estimé is back on the open market after the New Orleans Saints waived him from injured reserve with an injury settlement Tuesday, via the NFL transaction wire.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 22

Notre Dame Football vs Purdue: Preview, Storylines

Notre Dame is 3-0 and gets on the bus for its first true road game this season when it travels to Purdue on Saturday. Sure, the Fighting Irish opened the year at Lambeau Field in Wisconsin, but that was a Shamrock Series game that featured at least half a stadium of Notre Dame fans.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 22

Weather Forecast for Notre Dame's Trip to Purdue

When Notre Dame and Purdue met in South Bend last year, the two old rivals were met with a long afternoon that featured a lightning delay and saw a combined 86 points scored in the 56-30 Fighting Irish victory.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / A to Z Sports / September 22

Notre Dame football is predicted to miss out on an elite defensive line recruiting target

Notre Dame has been in the mix for the No. 2 overall player in the 2028 class. Where do things stand for the Fighting Irish on the defensive line? Notre Dame football and head coach Marcus Freeman have recruited the defensive line at an elite level in the 2027 class, and their attention has already shifted to 2028.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / September 22

Notre Dame vs. Purdue odds: Opening point spread revealed

Notre Dame and Purdue will go head-to-head in Week 4 of the 2026 college football season, and the odds for the matchup have been revealed via Polymarket. The kickoff time and how to watch the game are also available.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / A to Z Sports / September 22

Notre Dame took a massive step with yet another son of an NFL father, riding momentum after big recruiting weekend

Notre Dame continues to pursue elite DL talent in the 2028 class, and a recent visit from one of the country’s top 2028 prospects gave them a big opportunity to make their case.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 21

Notre Dame National Championship Odds Improve After Win Over Michigan State

It was another week and another win for Notre Dame, as the Fighting Irish beat Michigan State 27-10. The win wasn't the sexiest of things, but it was rather dominating for the Irish, despite it being "only" a 17-point victory.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Mike Farrell Sports / September 21

TRENDING: Former Notre Dame and ACC Quarterback Arrested

Former Notre Dame, Boston College and Pittsburgh quarterback Phil Jurkovec was arrested over the weekend, as announced this morning on X. The arrest was

College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 21

9 winners and 4 losers from Notre Dame’s first quarter of the 2026 College Football regular season

From CJ Carr’s commanding start to a struggling running game, the 3-0 Fighting Irish have plenty to evaluate at the quarter mark. Just like that, Notre Dame football is a quarter of the way through the 2026 college football regular season, sitting at 3-0 and ranked as the No.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 20

Notre Dame's Offense Still A Work In Progress, And That Is Fine

Notre Dame has outscored opponents 120-23 so far this year. By any regular standard, this would be considered excellent both offensively and defensively.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 20

Notre Dame’s coaching staff has a no brainer decision to make once Brauntae Johnson returns from injury

Luke Talich’s versatility at 6-4, 220 pounds could fuel some creative 3-safety alignments once Brauntae Johnson returns from injury. Notre Dame football’s secondary has been a massive talking point all season, and for good reason.

Notre Dame Defense News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 20

What the Notre Dame Defense Did Best in the Win Over Michigan State

Through three games this season, Notre Dame has allowed its opponents to score 13, 0, and 10 points. This is elite defensive football, especially so early in the season, as teams are usually still finding themselves defensively.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / EssentiallySports / September 20

Notre Dame Issues Emergency Alert After Gunfire Near Campus as Police Search for Suspect

Saturday night was billed as a classic college football showdown, but just minutes after kickoff, thousands of fans at Notre Dame Stadium watched the game take a backseat to real-time danger.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / September 19

Notre Dame's Strength of Schedule Takes Hit in Week 3

We should have been assuming it already, but well before No. 3 Notre Dame hosted Michigan State in South Bend, a pair of ACC games that impacted the Fighting Irish took place.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Viral Sports News / September 15

Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman Named in Shocking NFL Rumor

Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman has built something durable in South Bend, the kind of program that makes NFL front offices look twice even when the coach himself keeps saying he is not looking.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Athlon Sports / September 11

2027 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Notre Dame CB Leonard Moore

If your favorite team is looking to the 2027 NFL Draft to find the next superstar cornerback, they’re in luck, because Notre Dame’s Leonard Moore is the real deal.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / College Football News / September 10

Notre Dame vs Rice Prediction: Can the Irish Hit the Curveball?

Notre Dame did just fine on its world tour of grievances. The Irish showed against Wisconsin just how focused they are on making a statement. After being ignored by the College Football Playoff committee last season, they’re going to try to crush everything in their path.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / The Spun / September 7

NBC's College Football Halftime Show Faces Growing Criticism

NBC’s college football halftime show is facing growing criticism on social media. Notre Dame topped Wisconsin in NBC’s Sunday night game this weekend. The Fighting Irish got off to a good start, opening the season with an impressive victory.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 4

Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin game already expected to be one-sided

It's that exciting time of year when college football is back, baby. The games are already in full swing, and football Saturdays are a very real thing right now.

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Notre Dame QB CJ Carr opens as Heisman favorite along with Arch Manning

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / September 2

ESPN experts send strong message on Notre Dame's 2026 championship chances

Week 1 of the college football season is here, and predictions are coming in left and right. Notre Dame fans will love the latest prognostications from ESPN.

National CFB analyst predicts Miami will win national championship

Top four games to watch in Week 1 of 2026 college football season

Why Brian Kelly, Dan Mullen could be great fits at their old schools

The 'College nicknames that don't end in s' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 1

National CFB analyst predicts Miami will win national championship

National college football analyst and host Josh Pate predicts that the Miami Hurricanes will win the 2026 National Championship and quarterback Darian Mensah will win the Heisman Trophy.

Top four games to watch in Week 1 of 2026 college football season

Why Brian Kelly, Dan Mullen could be great fits at their old schools

ESPN reveals 'College GameDay' kickoff details

The 'College football national champions' quiz