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Jan 19, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA;  Michigan Wolverines head football coach Sherrone Moore fires up the crowd in overtime of the basketball game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Notre Dame Fans React to Losing Recruiting Battles To Michigan

Notre Dame missed out on a few key recruits. Is it time to panic, or is this an overblown issue?

John Kennedy
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Jan 19, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA;  Michigan Wolverines head football coach Sherrone Moore fires up the crowd in overtime of the basketball game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Notre Dame Fans React to Losing Recruiting Battles To Michigan

Notre Dame missed out on a few key recruits. Is it time to panic, or is this an overblown issue?

John Kennedy
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Notre Dame Gets Head-Scratching Playoff Projection from ESPN FPI

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