1. Notre Dame Football: Why Notre Dame Can't Afford to Lose Eddie Vanderdoes

    A key catalyst of the current renaissance period Notre Dame undeniably finds itself in has been the development of a nationally renowned defensive line, though that attribute may receive a damaging body blow in the coming days...

    Connor Killoren Written by Connor Killoren about 5 hours ago 1,613 reads 15 comments

  2. Mike Golic's Son Jake Will Transfer from Notre Dame to Cincinnati

    Over the past 40 years, the Golic name has become synonymous with Notre Dame football. That era is now coming to an end as Cincinnati.com reports that Mike Golic ’s son Jake will transfer for 2013 (h/t CFB Talk )...

    Ian Berg Written by Ian Berg about 11 hours ago 5,939 reads 16 comments

  3. Eddie Vanderdoes Status Unclear at Notre Dame

    Now, prized 6-3, 285-pound defensive lineman Eddie Vanderdoes — 247Sports' No. 6-rated player in the nation at any position — appears to be having second thoughts...

    Kevin Driscoll Written by Kevin Driscoll about 11 hours ago 71 reads 0 comments

  4. Jake Golic Transferring to Cincinnati

    Former Notre Dame tight end Jake Golic will finish his college football career with Cincinnati, his father, Mike, announced on Tuesday. Golic has earned his undergraduate degree from Notre Dame and will be eligible to play immediately for the Bearcats.

    Kevin Driscoll Written by Kevin Driscoll about 14 hours ago 52 reads 0 comments

  5. How Eddie Vanderdoes Potentially Not Attending Notre Dame Would Impact Irish

    According to the rumors , Eddie Vanderdoes , 2013 5-star defensive tackle, may not play football at Notre Dame...

    Andrew Kulha Written by Andrew Kulha about 14 hours ago 18,824 reads 149 comments

  6. Notre Dame Football: Fighting Irish Offense Will Be Better Than Expected

    It's easy to focus on whether Notre Dame's defense will step up this season in the absence of Manti Te'o , Zeke Motta and Kapron Lewis-Moore, but many are ignoring an offense that has the potential to make up the difference...

    Ryan Rudnansky Written by Ryan Rudnansky about 24 hours ago 969 reads 3 comments

  7. Notre Dame Football: Breaking Down What Makes Louis Nix so Great

    Louis Nix became a household name last fall by helping to anchor the Notre Dame defensive effort that led to a national title game berth. Heading into his senior season, he is Mel Kiper ’s No...

    Ian Berg Written by Ian Berg about 1 day ago 3,337 reads 13 comments

  8. Maisel: Success in Academics and Athletics

    Notre Dame's 12-0 regular-season record last fall was enhanced by the fact that the school also rose to the top of the NCAA Graduation Success Rate rankings.....

    Robert Piva Written by Robert Piva about 1 day ago 156 reads 0 comments

  9. Nothing 'Fowl' About ND Slate

    Not too long ago, skeptics/cynics surmised that the Notre Dame football team would have to join a conference to avoid scheduling problems.....

    Robert Piva Written by Robert Piva about 1 day ago 8 reads 0 comments

  10. Brian Kelly's Biggest Challenges for Notre Dame in 2013

    As is the cyclical nature of college football, the dawn of each new season arrives with fresh challenges and kinks to be ironed out...

    Connor Killoren Written by Connor Killoren about 2 days ago 2,434 reads 10 comments

  11. Notre Dame Football: The Key Player in Each 2013 Game

    All of Notre Dame's 12 wins last season required a full-team effort, but when looking back on each of the Irish's victories in 2012, often times a specific player comes to mind for a certain game...

    Matt Smith Written by Matt Smith about 3 days ago 4,952 reads 13 comments

  12. Alex Bars Commits to Notre Dame: Irish Land Mammoth 4-Star OT

    Commitment No. 10 is a big one for Notre Dame, and his name is Alex Bars . Bars is a 4-star offensive tackle from Nashville, Tenn., and he's ranked as the No. 9 player at the position, according to the 247Sports composite rankings...

    Andrew Kulha Written by Andrew Kulha about 4 days ago 17,266 reads 55 comments

  13. 4-Star OL Commits to ND Via Twitter

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  14. Could Notre Dame Football Be Left Without a Bowl Berth?

    A 7-5 bowl-eligible Notre Dame team may be spending this December in South Bend, Ind., instead of Honolulu, Hawaii, according to an ESPN report ...

    Lisa Horne Written by Lisa Horne about 4 days ago 5,240 reads 65 comments

  15. Notre Dame Football: Defensive Studs Who Will Carry Irish in 2013

    When Manti Te'o left South Bend to pursue a career in the NFL, his departure left a huge hole in the middle of Notre Dame defense...

    Jesse Reed Written by Jesse Reed about 5 days ago 3,690 reads 35 comments

  16. Irish-Spartans Series Will Continue

    It appears football life (almost) in the ACC is starting to come into scheduling focus, as news is starting to trickle out from Big Ten rivals about future dates.....

    Robert Piva Written by Robert Piva about 5 days ago 130 reads 0 comments

  17. Peppers Set to Announce on ESPNU

    Jabrill Peppers (Paramus, N.J./Paramus Catholic), the No. 2 prospect in the country, has set his decision date.....

    Robert Piva Written by Robert Piva about 5 days ago 296 reads 0 comments

  18. Kelly: 2012 a Season of Faith 'Restored'

    Brian Kelly sees Notre Dame's 2012 renaissance campaign as validation the football program can succeed at the highest level on the field and in the classroom.....

    Robert Piva Written by Robert Piva about 5 days ago 26 reads 0 comments

  19. Lynch Prepares for Football After Notre Dame

    Robert Piva Written by Robert Piva about 5 days ago 14 reads 0 comments

  20. Notre Dame and ACC Jazzed About Partnership

    FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. — The buzz is back at the ACC spring meetings. All indications are after a tumultuous stretch, all is well with the ACC...

    Jeff Carillo Written by Jeff Carillo about 6 days ago 91 reads 0 comments

  21. ND Responds to Brady Hoke's 'Chickening Out' Comment, Says 'Math Is Simple'

    Brady Hoke lobbed a harmless barb at rival Notre Dame on Monday, saying the Irish "chickened out" of their series with Michigan, and the national media took off with it. It even landed on CNN...

    James Wrabel Written by James Wrabel about 6 days ago 266 reads 0 comments

  22. Joyner: Irish O Set for Breakthrough

    The build-up toward last year's undefeated regular season, coach Brian Kelly's track record and multiple strong recruiting classes all suggest that Notre Dame's 2012 renaissance was far from a one-year wonder...

    Robert Piva Written by Robert Piva about 7 days ago 297 reads 0 comments

  23. Brandon: ND-Michigan Hiatus to Last a While

    Michigan athletic director Dave Brandon didn't do the chicken dance when asked about Notre Dame's decision to stop the annual series with the Wolverines after 2014.....

    Robert Piva Written by Robert Piva about 7 days ago 70 reads 0 comments

  24. Te'o Blends with Chargers' Vets

    Philip Rivers thought former Notre Dame All-American linebacker Manti Te'o had a decent first interaction with San Diego Chargers veterans.....

    Robert Piva Written by Robert Piva about 7 days ago 46 reads 0 comments

  25. Notre Dame Football: Analyzing Key Players for Irish to Contend for BCS Title

    Brian Kelly and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish have a rare opportunity to compete for another BCS National Championship. Last season was Notre Dame's first legit shot at winning it all since 1993, and the Irish haven't finished on top since 1988...

    John Rozum Written by John Rozum about 7 days ago 4,500 reads 14 comments