Nick Shepkowski

Joined: Jun 6, 2024

Managing Editor for Notre Dame On SI. Started covering Chicago sports teams for WSCR the Score, and over the years worked with CBS Radio, Audacy, NBC Sports, and FOX Sports as a contributor before running the Notre Dame wire site for USA TODAY.

Nov 19, 2022; South Bend, Indiana, USA; The Boston College Eagles prepare to snap the ball in the fourth quarter against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Notre Dame Stadium.

Joe Montana is still very much a football fan himself, but sees one thing college football desperately needs to add.

Joe Montana hands out Guinness to Notre Dame fans before the showdown with Miami in 2026

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Joe Montana is as much a legend as anyone to ever play at Notre Dame, and his appreciation for the university has only grown over time.

Nov 7, 2026; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman looks on during warmups before the game against the Miami Hurricanes at Notre Dame Stadium.

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Joe Montana has been around several all-time great football coaches, but sees a special characteristic that especially sticks out for Marcus Freeman.

Nov 7, 2026; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Nolan James Jr. (2) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Miami Hurricanes during the fourth quarter at Notre Dame Stadium.

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Notre Dame was rewarded in a big way for beating No. 1 Miami last week, but still has an Alabama problem in regard to a potential First Round bye.

Oct 31, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman takes notes during the second half against the Navy Midshipmen at Gillette Stadium.

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Florida could have set a precedent in the SEC, but instead runs from Notre Dame, while Irish add Big Ten foe to future schedules.

Nov 7, 2026; South Bend, Indiana, USA; A Notre Dame Fighting Irish cheerleader performs during the second half against the Miami Hurricanes at Notre Dame Stadium.

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Notre Dame put on a show all over Saturday, not just on the football field - and social media was quick to praise the University on Monday.

Nov 7, 2026; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman looks on during the fourth quarter against the Miami Hurricanes at Notre Dame Stadium.

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Notre Dame is headed to the College Football Playoff as long as it does what it's supposed to do - and the numbers like its chances if it gets there.

Pat McAfee listens to Caitlin Clark Oct. 3, 2026 during a live broadcast of ESPN’s “College GameDay” in downtown Iowa City, Iowa.

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Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark was among the many celebrities that took in Notre Dame vs. Miami over the weekend.

Nov 7, 2026; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Nolan James Jr. (2) scores a touchdown against the Miami Hurricanes during the fourth quarter at Notre Dame Stadium.

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The staff at Notre Dame did a tremendous job planning out how it honored Lou Holtz during the Miami game, but it played out even better than one could ever hope

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Notre Dame went from being the last Power Four team in the Playoff to on the fringe of hosting a Playoff game in just one week.

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Notre Dame picked a huge win over No. 1 Miami on Saturday. Many shone brightly for the Irish, but a few shone brighter than the rest.

Nov 7, 2026; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback CJ Carr (13) passes the ball against the Miami Hurricanes during the second quarter at Notre Dame Stadium.

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For the first time in seven years, Notre Dame knocked off the No. 1 team in the nation, and everything remains on the table for the Fighting Irish this season.

Nick Shepkowski

Joined: Jun 6, 2024

Notre Dame Gets Another Chance to 'Leave No Doubt' Against History, Boston College

Notre Dame TV Play-By-Play Voice Dan Hicks Dies Unexpectedly at 64

Joe Montana Interview Series: Why Hall of Famer Would Thrive in Today's NFL

Why Scheduling Notre Dame Still Makes Sense Despite Florida's Decision

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Joe Montana Interview Series: How to Fix College Football NIL

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Joe Montana Interview Series: Notre Dame Love Still Shines Bright

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Joe Montana Interview Series: Why Marcus Freeman is Special for Notre Dame

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Notre Dame Almost Gets the Respect It Deserves in Latest CFP Rankings

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Florida Takes a Page Out of Indiana's Playbook, Backs Out of Future Notre Dame Matchup

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Notre Dame's ESPN FPI Ranking, Not Projection, is Most Important

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Notre Dame Won Caitlin Clark's Support During Miami Weekend

Notre Dame's Lou Holtz Tribute Against Miami Was Better Than Fans Realized

Where Does Notre Dame Move Up to in College Football Playoff Rankings?

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