Notre Dame is a popular national title pick among college football media.

Marcus Freeman has invigorated Notre Dame football over the past few seasons, expanding its reach. His leadership could guide them to an undefeated season.

Marcus Freeman says having CJ Carr leading Notre Dame’s offense helps him “sleep a bit better at night” heading into a championship-or-bust 2026 season.

The Fighting Irish will try to make it back to the College Football Playoff.

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Marcus Freeman sat on the auditorium stairs, watching Notre Dame’s season end. The Irish had been dumped out of the College Football Playoff in a made-for-television ceremony. Now, as the projector showing ESPN’s selection show was cut off, the head coach had to address his team about the gut-punch, with more cameras rolling.

The late Don Shuler made a quick connection with Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman during his son Adon's recruitment.

Bolstered by a top-ranked recruiting haul, the Irish depth chart features elite true freshmen ready to anchor the offensive line and secondary for a high-stakes season opener.

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman revealed that the Fighting Irish won't be attempting to add players from the 2022 recruiting class that could become eligible to compete during the 2026 season.

Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman credits Wisconsin counterpart Luke Fickell for his impactful mentorship at Ohio State and Cincinnati.

Marcus Freeman did not need a long speech to respond to Indiana backing out on Notre Dame. When asked on The Triple Question podcast how he would react if Hoosiers coach Curt Cignetti called to put their canceled 2030–31 series back on the calendar,