Notre Dame’s Week 5 Matchup: Not Your Father’s Duke Football Team
No. 17 Duke is undefeated with an average margin of victory of 28.5 points. With a win over No. 11 Notre Dame, the Blue Devils could crack the top 15 for the first time since 1960.
Notre Dame Falls to Ohio State in Game of Inches
Notre Dame failed to do the small things on Saturday night, but the Irish can't pout for long as another primetime game is on the horizon.
Failure to Execute Costs Notre Dame Late in 17-14 Loss to Ohio State
In a game that came down to one second and an inch, the ninth-ranked Fighting Irish repeatedly failed to execute late. That includes on No. 6 Ohio State’s go-ahead 1-yard touchdown run when a fourth defensive lineman was missing from the field.
Video | Notre Dame QB Sam Hartman Post-Ohio State
Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman spoke following the 17-14 loss to Ohio State.
6 Thoughts on a Thursday
Thoughts on how much Notre Dame's team has changed since the last time they played Ohio State, why pressure and the blitz could be deciding factors in the matchup, and more on Notre Dame's huge game against Ohio State
Enhanced Offense Gives Irish Greater Room for Error against Buckeyes
On Saturday, No. 9 Notre Dame (4-0) will get another chance at No. 6 Ohio State (3-0). Only this year, the Irish enter with the offensive firepower to attack the Buckeye defense.
Blinders On for Sam Hartman Ahead of First Big Game at Notre Dame
Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman didn't downplay the big game narrative, but he's also aware of what he and the Irish need to do this week to get a win against No. 6 Ohio State.
Notre Dame gets Opportunity to Flip National Narrative in its Favor against Ohio State
The Fighting Irish went 3-12 against AP top-10 opponents over the last decade with a 14.1-point average margin of defeat. A victory over the No. 6 Buckeyes on Saturday could shift program perception, boost recruiting and catapult Notre Dame to the forefront of the playoff discussions.
Video | QB Sam Hartman on Ohio State Game , Experience and Balancing Emotions
Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman spoke on Monday as the Fighting Irish prepare for Ohio State.
Instant Reaction | Notre Dame 41 CMU 17
The Irish were sweating a little at halftime, but still managed to close it out the right way. Now the focus shifts to Ohio State
Notre Dame Handles Central Michigan with Complete Offensive Performance
The Notre Dame offense stayed on fire, totaling 578 yards — a program high since defeating New Mexico 66-14 in 2019.
6 Thoughts on a Thursday
Thoughts on the elevated play of Notre Dame's defense to start this season, having several contributors step up with explosive plays on offense, the dominant 4th quarter against NC State, and more
Sam Hartman Remains Highly Efficient in Notre Dame’s Two-Minute Offense
In two-minute situations, the Fighting Irish quarterback has completed 14 of 17 (82.6%) for 221 yards and three touchdowns. A total of 2:50 has ticked off the game clock.
Video | QB Sam Hartman on CMU, Heisman Race and Notre Dame Experience
Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman spoke following Tuesday's practice as the Fighting Irish prepare for Central Michigan.
Notre Dame Boasts Top Pass Efficiency Rating on Both Sides of Ball
The Fighting Irish have been at their best when the ball is in the air through three games. Notre Dame is the only team in the country that ranks inside the top 10 in team pass efficiency (2nd) and pass efficiency defense (4th).
Notre Dame’s Victory Over N.C. State Filled with Big Plays, Big Mistakes
The Fighting Irish ran almost as many 40+ yards as they did all of last season and came up with some huge interceptions. Fortunately, that was enough to overcome a handful of inauspicious snafus.
Notre Dame Weathers First Road Test, Defeating N.C. State 45-24
The Fighting Irish came alive late to beat the Wolfpack, scoring 28 points in the final 17 minutes. Notre Dame also dealt with the elements, sitting in wet clothes and eating concession-stand hot dogs to survive an hour and 45-minute lightning delay.
Video | Chris Tyree on Transition to WR, Sam Hartman, Notre Dame WR Room
Notre Dame receiver Chris Tyree spoke following practice as the Fighting Irish prepare for a road trip to NC State.
6 Thoughts on a Thursday
Thoughts on Notre Dame's first true test against NC State, the bigger problem with Clemson that no one seems to be talking about, and more
Notre Dame OC Gerad Parker Notebook | NC State Week
Notre Dame offensive coordinator Gerad Parker spoke following Tuesday's practice as the Fighting Irish prepare for Saturday's game at NC State.