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2025 Football Roster Outlook (cont.)

Our review of the 2025 Notre Dame football roster continues today. We previously covered the offensive line and today we will review the quarterback and running back positions. Offensive Coordinator Mike Denbrock learned to play to the strengths of last year’s personnel. Let us take a look at some of the weapons at his disposal…

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2025 Football Roster Outlook

The transfer portal has closed until April 16, so we can assess the latest flurry of departures and arrivals. We will begin with the offense and analyze each position with an eye toward the 2025 starting lineup. Keep in mind, however, that quality depth plays a major role in the success of any team. That…

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Irish Comeback Falls Short

Notre Dame fell into a 31-7 hole midway through the third quarter and lost to Ohio State by 34-23 despite a gallant fourth quarter rally. The Buckeyes scored on three long marches during the first half and were simply unstoppable. Leading 21-7 at intermission, they opened the third quarter with yet another dominant scoring drive….

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Irish March To Atlanta

`Mitch Jeter’s 41-yard field goal with eight seconds remaining gave Notre Dame a 27-24 victory over Penn State in a heart-stopping slugfest at the Orange Bowl. The Fighting Irish fought back from 10-0 and 24-17 deficits with their trademark grit and determinaton. Notre Dame earned the victory despite losing the turnover battle and surrendering over…

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Irish OutSmart the Dawgs

Notre Dame utilized contributions from all three phases to grind out a program-defining 23-10 playoff victory over Georgia in the Sugar Bowl. Coach Marcus Freeman and his staff called an aggressive and truly outstanding game. The Fighting Irish were fearless throughout the evening against a physically gifted team that usually punishes opponents. A 17-point scoring…

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