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College football season might not be here quite yet, but its certainly knocking on the door. And as it approaches, Notre Dame will have it's name near the top of the preseason rankings, as it'll enter with what most believe to be its best national championship chances in decades.

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Notre Dame football’s defensive end room opposite Boubacar Traore holds the key to another elite Fighting Irish defense

Notre Dame’s defense has the chance to be elite heading into the 2026 season. The Irish need to find a partner in crime for Boubacar Traore. Notre Dame football enters the 2026 college football season with expectations of fielding one of the elite defenses in the country.

Antonio Brown News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 15

Notre Dame Recruit's Gloves Draw Attention at Antonio Brown Experience

You don't have to say much of anything when Notre Dame and Miami get together in football to sell the matchup. They're two of the powerhouse programs in college football in recent history and enter 2026 as a couple of the favorites to win the national championship.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 15

Notre Dame's Recruiting Push for Star Lineman Brayden Parks Hits Snag

Notre Dame football has put together an excellent recruiting class again for the 2027 cycle, but that doesn't mean some work doesn't still remain. Of uncommitted prospects, none is probably bigger than defensive tackle Brayden Parks of Chicago (Brother Rice).

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 15

Notre Dame running back room could unlock its highest potential if true freshmen make an impact during the 2026 CFB season

Notre Dame’s running back room heads into the 2026 season with some questions. An injection of youth could unlock its upside. Notre Dame football enters the 2026 college football season with a drastically different running back room after losing Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price this offseason.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 14

Five Things to Know About Notre Dame's 2027 Recruiting Class

Notre Dame's 2027 recruiting class isn't complete yet, but it's getting close. Marcus Freeman and the Fighting Irish appear headed towards another top-five class, answering the critics as to how they'd follow up last year's second-ranked class.

College Football 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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Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 14

Brian Kelly Somehow Misses the Mark with Notre Dame Yet Again

It's hard to believe but this fall will be the fifth season of Notre Dame football since Brian Kelly up and left for LSU. Fortunately, for Notre Dame, Kelly was able to help bring then-defensive coordinator Marcus Freeman to South Bend from Cincinnati, as Freeman would replace the all-time winningest coach in program history by that season's end.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / The Spun / July 14

Brian Kelly Announces He's '100 Percent' Supporting Notre Dame Football

Having left LSU on some fairly bad terms last year, longtime college football head coach Brian Kelly has apparently regained a fondness for another team he left in a slightly better place: Notre Dame.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 14

Notre Dame football’s 2028 recruiting class already has 5 early defensive standouts on the board that could fight for elite status

Early favorites on the 2028 Notre Dame recruiting board include a couple of elite pass rushers, a dynamic LB, and the next Leonard Moore. The Notre Dame

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 13

Notre Dame True Freshman Who Will Make Biggest Impact in 2026

Notre Dame has long as long of history as anyone at producing great tight ends and it certainly appears the next great one might be on campus. Ian Premer was a five-star tight end in this past recruiting cycle that stunned many when he chose Notre Dame over longtime favorite Kansas State last summer.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 13

Notre Dame offensive line wild card could shake up the starting lineup heading into the 2026 college football season

Notre Dame football is expected to have a tremendous offensive line heading into 2026. There is a wildcard up front to keep a close eye on. Notre Dame football enters the 2026 college football season with one of the most talented offenses head coach Marcus Freeman and offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock have assembled.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / July 12

Notre Dame Lands Must-Get Linebacker Roman Igwebuike

Notre Dame landed a commitment from arguably its most important remaining recruit for 2027 on Saturday when linebacker Roman Igwebuike announced his intentions to play for the Fighting Irish.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 11

Predicting the next 5 Notre Dame commitments following the Fighting Irish landing versatile LB Roman Igwebuike

Notre Dame landed a commitment from Chicagoland LB Roman Igwebuike on Saturday. Who could be next for the Fighting Irish? Notre Dame football landed a massive commitment on Saturday from 2027 Chicago (Ill.) Mount Carmel linebacker Roman Igwebuike.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 11

Notre Dame football just closed the deal with the most important remaining target for their elite 2027 recruiting class

Notre Dame just landed an outstanding 2027 recruit from their backyard. It was an important close from HC Marcus Freeman and staff. Notre Dame football

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Notre Dame football zeroes in on a pair of local targets to address 2028 recruiting needs and a 2027 misstep

There are a couple of local 2028 recruiting targets that I have become massive priorities for Notre Dame football and the Irish staff. Notre Dame football

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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Notre Dame Fighting Irish 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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