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Irish Host Potent USC


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Notre Dame (4-2) concludes a three-game homestand on Saturday evening by hosting the USC Trojans (5-1). The Fighting Irish lead the all-time series in this historic rivalry by 52-38-5. They have also won the last six games in South Bend. USC is riding high after beating Michigan into submission last week.  This Saturday’s showdown will…

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Irish Host Untested Wolfpack


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Notre Dame (4-2) concludes a three-game homestand on Saturday evening against the USC Trojans (5-1). The Fighting Irish have exploded on offense over the past few games while their shaky defense has solidified. This team has no margin for error to remain in playoff contention after losing its first two games. NC State has a…

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Irish Face Boise State


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Notre Dame (2-2) hosts Boise State (3-1) on Saturday afternoon in the first-ever meeting between these programs. The Fighting Irish are riding a two-game winning streak during which the offense has exploded for 112 points. Meanwhile, the defense is showing faint signs of its 2024 self after a dismal start. South Florida stunned the Broncos…

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Irish Invade SEC Country


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Notre Dame (1-2) goes on the road this weekend to play the Arkansas Razorbacks (2-2). This is the first ever visit to Fayetteville for the Fighting Irish, who will host the Hogs in 2028. Both teams feature a balanced and  potent offense with impressive statistics to show for it. Defensive breakdowns have been the overriding…

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A Cure for Irish Woes


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When Notre Dame shocked the world last September by losing to Northern Illinois, Purdue provided the antidote they needed.  This season, the Fighting Irish desperately need to dig out of an 0-2 hole and win a football game.  The Boilermakers again seem like the perfect candidate to accommodate that objective. Unfortunately for Notre Dame, Purdue…

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