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Nov 7, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches game action against the Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

USC vs. Notre Dame Pause Opens Door For Former Pac-12 Rivalry

Jalon Dixon

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4 Hours Ago

Notre Dame linebacker Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa (27) celebrates after getting a stop on fourth down in the second half of a NCAA football game against Southern California at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in South Bend.

Notre Dame's Future Scheduling Takes Center Stage

John Kennedy

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20 Hours Ago

James Madison's loss to Oregon didn't draw great TV ratings for several reasons.

College Football Playoff's decline in viewership has clear reasons

Joe Cox

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Dec 25, 2025

Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Arvell Reese (8) pressures Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) during the first half of the Big Ten Conference championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Dec. 6, 2025.

NFL draft top prospects big board shows defensive linemen headlining strength of 2026

Nick Merriam

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Dec 24, 2025

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Nov 22, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman celebrates with players after scoring against the Syracuse Orange during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

The Real Truth Behind the USC Trojans and Notre Dame Rivalry Pause

Charlie Viehl

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Dec 24, 2025

Oct 14, 2023; South Bend, Indiana, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley and Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman chat before the game at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images

New Playoff Rule Reportedly Led To USC Trojans, Notre Dame Rivalry Breakup

Caden Handwork

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Dec 23, 2025

Major football coach predicted to stay in college amid NFL rumors

James Parks

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Dec 23, 2025

Jan 25, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA; ESPN commentator Keyshawn Johnson before the 2015 Pro Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium.

Keyshawn Johnson Shares Blunt Assessment Of USC Trojans, Notre Dame Rivalry Ending

Angela Miele

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Dec 23, 2025

Pete Bevacqua, athletic director for the University of Notre Dame, announces Pat Garrity as the new men's and women's basketball general manager, during a press conference at Notre Dame Stadium on Thursday, May 22, 2025, in South Bend.

Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua Has His Hands Full

John Kennedy

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Dec 23, 2025

Sep 28, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts after a game against the Wisconsin Badgers at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Lincoln Riley Under Fire as USC vs. Notre Dame Rivalry Goes on Hiatus

Jalon Dixon

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Dec 23, 2025

Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman has been linked as a top candidate to replace Brian Daboll as head coach of the New York Giants.

Major college football head coach dealt reality check amid NFL rumors

Matt De Lima

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Dec 23, 2025

USC and Notre Dame won’t play in 2026 or 2027, and the Irish’s sweetheart deal with the CFP is a big part of the reason.

Notre Dame’s Future CFP Agreement Played Big Role in USC Rivalry Falling Apart

Ryan Phillips

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Dec 22, 2025

Texas Tech Red Raiders head coach Joey McGuire had some advice for Notre Dame after it missed the 2025 College Football Playoff.

Texas Tech Coach Has Pointed Advice for Notre Dame After CFP Snub

Ryan Phillips

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Dec 22, 2025

Dec 20, 2025; College Station, TX, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive back Bryce Fitzgerald (13) celebrates after he intercepts a Texas A&M Aggies pass to clinch the Miami win at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Round One CFP Results Add To Notre Dame's Frustration

John Kennedy

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Dec 22, 2025

Nov 30, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley and Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman shake hands after the game at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Future of USC Trojans vs. Notre Dame Rivalry Reportedly in Danger

Charlie Viehl

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Dec 22, 2025

Historic college football rivalry ends after schools fail to reach agreement

James Parks

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Dec 22, 2025

Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love runs with the ball against USC safety Bishop Fitzgerald during their game this season.

Notre Dame Football Fills Future Schedule Signaling End to Historic USC Series

Pat Forde

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Dec 22, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman looks to the scoreboard against the NC State Wolfpack during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium.

Marcus Freeman and the Giants: Pros and Cons of a Potential Move

Nick Shepkowski

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Dec 21, 2025

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman celebrates with his players after winning a NCAA football game 70-7 against Syracuse at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in South Bend.

Major college football head coach heavily linked to NFL coaching vacancy

Tucker Harlin

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Dec 21, 2025

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