Author: John Vannie

Irish Host Potent USC

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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Carr Leads Irish Over Wolfpack

Notre Dame overcame a sloppy first half and pulled away from undermanned North Carolina State to win by 36-7. CJ Carr led the Fighting Irish with 342 passing yards as the Wolfpack sold out to stop the running game. This strategy worked quite well for two quarters but Notre Dame’s physicality wore down the visitors….

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Irish Host Untested Wolfpack

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 Defense Tames the Broncos

Notre Dame’s defense forced four turnovers and recorded four sacks as the Irish defeated scrappy Boise State by 28-7. CJ Carr tossed two touchdown passes and tailbacks Jadarian Price and Jeremiyah Love each rushed for a score. It was an ugly game to watch, thanks to 24 penalty flags that cost each team 112 yards….

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Irish Face Boise State

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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