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Notre Dame Football New Year’s Resolutions for 2026

Notre Dame’s path forward is clear: dominate the trenches, unleash CJ Carr, and let the defense hunt. Here’s what must happen for the Irish to take the next step in 2026.
By Matt Freeman
January 1, 2026
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A week ago, ISD delivered a (potential) Christmas wish list for Notre Dame football, so we have to follow that up with some New Year’s resolutions for the Fighting Irish. 

Yes, some will be more light-hearted than serious, but there’s always room to enhance if you ask Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman.

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