Rich Cirminiello

Joined: Jun 8, 2024

Nov 9, 2024; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Riley Leonard (13) leaves the field following a 52-3 victory over the Florida State Seminoles at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images

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Nov 2, 2024; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles quarterback Brock Glenn (11) throws a pass against the North Carolina Tarheels in the third quarter at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Myers-Imagn Images

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Oct 19, 2024; West Point, New York, USA; Army Black Knights quarterback Bryson Daily (13) evades a tackle from East Carolina Pirates defensive back Omar Rogers (12) during the second half at Michie Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-Imagn Images

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Mar 2, 2024; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Markus Burton (3) dribbles as time expires in the second half against the Clemson Tigers at the Purcell Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images

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Oct 19, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Aneyas Williams (20) runs the ball against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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Find out where Notre Dame's game ranked among the most-watched matchups of Week 8, and see which games drew the biggest TV audiences.

Oct 19, 2024; Annapolis, Maryland, USA; Navy Midshipmen fullback Alex Tecza (46) celebrates during the first half against the Charlotte 49ers at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

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As Notre Dame prepares for the second half of the season, here are the key Week 9 storylines for the Irish's upcoming opponents to watch.

Sep 21, 2024; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Haynes King (10) attempts a pass against the Louisville Cardinals during the second half at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

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All six of Notre Dame's remaining regular season opponents are in action in Week 8.

Aug 31, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jeremiyah Love (4) runs the ball for a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

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Through six weeks of action, what were the 10 most-watched games in college football? And where did Notre Dame fit into the list?

Sep 28, 2024; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Riley Leonard (13) leaves the field after defeating the Louisville Cardinals at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images

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The Fighting Irish are halfway through the regular season. What are the toughest games left on the schedule?

Sep 21, 2024; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman prepares to lead his players onto the field for the game against the Miami Redhawks at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images

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The season may be in full swing, but recruiting never stops for Marcus Freeman and his staff. Rich Cirminiello shares how Notre Dame's 2025 class compares to the nation's other powerhouses.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish tight end Cooper Flanagan (87) and Notre Dame Fighting Irish tight end Kevin Bauman (84) celebrates in front of Purdue Boilermakers defensive back Dillon Thieneman (31) after a Notre Dame Fighting Irish touchdown Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, during the NCAA football game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. Notre Dame Fighting Irish won 66-7.

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The Week 3 TV numbers are in, and Notre Dame was once again one of the most-watched programs in college football.

Nov 25, 2023; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Purdue Boilermakers quarterback Hudson Card (1) throws a pass during the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

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It's back to business for Notre Dame after last week's crushing loss to Northern Illinois. Rich Cirminiello shares the five Purdue players who present the biggest problems for the Irish.

Sep 24, 2022; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Northern Illinois Huskies quarterback Ethan Hampton (2) hands the ball off to running back Harrison Waylee (30) during the second quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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As Notre Dame prepares for its first home game of 2024, Rich Cirminiello shares the five Northern Illinois players Irish fans must pay attention to on Saturday.

Aug 31, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Chris Fowler a broadcaster for ESPN, left, speaks with Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman prior to the game against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-USA TODAY Sports

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The national media has made its college football playoff bracket projections after Week 1. Here's who Notre Dame is predicted to play in the opening round.

Aug 31, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Riley Leonard (13) throws a pass under pressure from Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Conner Weigman (15) during the first quarter at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-USA TODAY Sports

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The 2024 season got off to a fantastic at Texas A&M, but there are areas where the Irish want to improve, beginning with this weekend's visit from Northern Illinois.

Sep 2, 2023; College Station, Texas, USA; /Texas A&M Aggies linebacker Sam Mathews (12) runs the 12th Man flag out prior to the game against the New Mexico Lobos at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-USA TODAY Sports

Notre Dame kicks off the 2024 season with a trip to Texas A&M. Rich Cirminiello shares 4 reasons why the Irish will fall short Saturday night at Kyle Field.

Rich Cirminiello

Joined: Jun 8, 2024

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