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Nov 15, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman reacts after an Irish touchdown against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium.

Notre Dame Fans’ Rooting Guide for the College Football Playoff Quarterfinals

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Dec 30, 2025

Southern California coach Lincoln Riley looks for answers against Oregon during the second half touchdown Nov. 22, 2025.

Lincoln Riley’s View of Notre Dame Exists in a Different Universe

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Dec 29, 2025

USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley opened up on the ending of his school’s rivalry with Notre Dame. He heaped blame on the Fighting Irish.

USC’s Lincoln Riley Blames Notre Dame for Opting Out of Rivalry Matchup

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Dec 29, 2025

North Texas Mean Green running back Caleb Hawkins (24) runs for a touchdown against the Army Black Knights during the second half at Michie Stadium.

Top 5 transfer portal landing spots for All-American RB Caleb Hawkins

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Dec 29, 2025

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Elite Five-Star LSU Football Target Eyeing Visit to Notre Dame Fighting Irish

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Dec 29, 2025

Nov 15, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman (right) leads the team onto the field to play the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Notre Dame Fans Exhale: Marcus Freeman Officially Staying In South Bend

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Dec 29, 2025

Nov 30, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the second half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Lincoln Riley Makes His Feelings Clear On USC And Notre Dame Break Up

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Dec 29, 2025

Nov 8, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman claps after scoring against the Navy Midshipmen during the second half at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

College football world reacts to Marcus Freeman's NFL decision

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Dec 29, 2025

Jan 20, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish defensive backs coach Mike Mickens against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the CFP National Championship college football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Notre Dame Is Building Another Elite DB Class — and It’s Already Starting

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Dec 29, 2025

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman agreed to a restructured contract to remain at the school.

Sources: Marcus Freeman Spurns NFL Interest to Remain at Notre Dame

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Dec 29, 2025

USC Trojans wide receiver Makai Lemon runs with the ball in the second half of a ga,e at Notre Dame Stadium. Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Wide receiver talent goes fast in updated College Football HQ mock draft

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Dec 29, 2025

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1951 Bowman Baseball: Five Little Known Facts

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Dec 29, 2025

Nov 1, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Arizona Wildcats at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Deion Sanders Could Target Notre Dame Transfer to Replace Tawfiq Byard in Secondary

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Dec 28, 2025

Sep 1, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts in the first half against the LSU Tigers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

USC Fans Won't Like The Latest Recruiting Update From 4-Star Safety Gavin Williams

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Dec 28, 2025

Michigan State wide receiver Nick Marsh is heading to the transfer portal.

Top 5 transfer portal landing spots for Michigan State WR Nick Marsh

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Dec 28, 2025

Jul 23, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Former NFL quarterback Matt Leinart speaks to the media about The We Give Blood Drive during the Big Ten NCAA college football media days at Mandalay Bay Resort. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

Matt Leinart Gets Candid On USC Trojans, Notre Dame Rivalry Hiatus

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Dec 28, 2025

Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King shook hands with the Pop-Tarts mascots ahead of kickoff

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Dec 27, 2025

Nov 15, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman reacts after an Irish touchdown against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Special Teams Changes Coming to South Bend in 2026

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Dec 27, 2025

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.

Notre Dame Football 2025: A “Successful Failure” Shapes Program Going Forward

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Dec 27, 2025

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