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Bryan and Trevor make their final Notre Dame vs. Michigan State predictions, breaking down how they expect the game to play out and what they’ll be watching for when the Irish and Spartans kick off. The guys also reveal their offensive and defensive game-ball picks and highlight the players, matchups and storylines they believe will have the biggest impact on the outcome. Shop for Irish Breakdown...

Irish Breakdown reacts to comments from Notre Dame running backs coach Ja'Juan Seider on Jonaz Walton and Aneyas Williams and what the usage for those and other backs might be going forward. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Notre Dame and Nebraska have announced a future home and home football series and they'll even play the games in late October in the middle of the Big Ten's schedule, Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald says Notre Dame's defense is filled with "freakazoids", Irish head coach Marcus Freeman has tied the program record with 12 straight wins by double...

Bryan Driskell joins Sean Stires to discuss some of the top visitors at Notre Dame's win over Rice last week and for this week's prime time game against Michigan State. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and an...

Bryan and Trevor break down a loaded Week 3 college football slate, previewing the biggest games and Top 25 matchups while highlighting underrated contests, potential upsets and teams looking to make a statement. The guys also dive into Heisman candidates, quarterbacks to watch, coaches on the hot seat and the biggest storylines around the country, including a critical look at the Big Ten’s Week 3...

Bryan and Trevor break down the keys Notre Dame must execute to beat Michigan State, focusing on fast starts, improved offensive line play, explosive plays and protecting the football. On defense, the guys highlight the importance of winning on first down, stopping Michigan State’s downhill rushing attack and staying disciplined against the Spartans’ gadgets, misdirection and other big-play opport...

Bryan and Trevor identify the Notre Dame “Game Wreckers” who could make the biggest impact against Michigan State, highlighting key players on both sides of the ball. The guys focus on the tight ends, CJ Carr and the running back room on offense, while spotlighting Bryce Young, Leonard Moore and Drayk Bowen as potential difference-makers on defense. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online stor...

Bryan and Trevor break down the key matchups that could decide Notre Dame’s battle with Michigan State, starting with the Irish offense against a tough Spartans defense. The guys also examine the critical battles on the other side of the ball, including Boubacar Traore against Michigan State’s tackles, Notre Dame’s linebackers against tight end Jayden Savoury and Christian Gray’s matchup against a...

Notre Dame and Nebraska are bringing back a classic college football matchup as the Irish announce a new home-and-home series with the Cornhuskers. Bryan and Trevor break down the significance of the series, when the games will be played and what this matchup means for Notre Dame’s future schedules. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Iri...

Notre Dame great Chris Zorich joins Irish Breakdown's Sean Stires and Jesse Stires to talk Notre Dame football. Zorich shares his thoughts on ND's win over Rice, the Irish defensive line and linebackers stopping the run, a unique opportunity he and former teammate Michael Stonebreaker have for Irish fans, reaction to comments from Irish head coach Marcus Freeman on his team's maturity, and more. S...

Irish Breakdown discusses how the Notre Dame running game could improve and reacts to comments from Marcus Freeman on Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa and the Irish linebacker rotation. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald says he would like to see his Spartans go back to playing Notre Dame yearly, after comments from Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian after his team's win over Ohio State are we more confident the Longhorns will honor their contract to play Notre Dame in 2028 and '29, comments from Irish head coach Marcus Freeman on running ba...

Bryan and Trevor break down the Michigan State defense Notre Dame will face, examining a unit that has been stout against the run and disruptive up front under defensive coordinator Joe Rossi. The guys highlight key players like Jordan Hall, Eli Coenen and Devin Vaught while exploring the biggest questions for the Spartans, including whether they can handle Notre Dame’s speed, generate consistent...

Bryan and Trevor break down the Michigan State offense and the physical challenge it presents for Notre Dame, starting with the Spartans’ massive offensive line and commitment to establishing the ground game. The guys examine the key playmakers, including Cam Edwards, Alessio Milivojevic, Trent Fraley and Jayden Savoury, while identifying the biggest questions surrounding Michigan State’s passing...

Bryan and Trevor preview Notre Dame’s rivalry matchup with Michigan State, breaking down the Spartans’ first two games under new head coach Pat Fitzgerald and what they’ve shown on the field. The guys examine what’s at stake for both teams, from Notre Dame looking for payback and continued momentum to Michigan State chasing a statement win and renewed confidence under Fitzgerald. Shop for Irish Br...

Bryan and Trevor break down a wild Week 2 across college football, examining the SEC’s strong weekend, the Big Ten’s struggles, the Big 12’s roller coaster results, the ACC’s bounce-back performances and a chaotic slate for the Group of Five. The guys also dive into Texas’ win over Ohio State, Oklahoma State’s upset of Oregon, the teams making statements and several questions emerging around the c...

Notre Dame's running game is off to a slow start to the season and we hear comments from head coach Marcus Freeman on improving as well as freshman running back Jonaz Walton, the offensive line, and quarterback CJ Carr. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: The kickoff time and TV assignment was just announced for the Notre Dame-Purdue game on Sept. 26, thoughts on the Notre Dame/Michigan State rivalry being renewed and if we'd like to see it more. thoughts from Marcus Freeman on pushing kicker Spencer Porath in practice, and thoughts on the Kansas/Missouri rivalry bitterness. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our on...

In this edition of Upon Further Review, Bryan and Vince look at Notre Dame’s dominant 52-0 victory over Rice, recapping the game and handing out their offensive, defensive and special teams Players of the Game. The guys also dive into the numbers that tell the story of the win, including CJ Carr’s 80% completion rate, Notre Dame’s defensive dominance and the Irish forcing three fumbles, recovering...

Bryan, Vince, Shaun and Trevor wrap up their full postgame analysis of Notre Dame’s victory over Rice, taking a step back to discuss what the performance means for the Irish moving forward. The guys then turn to the fans and answer their Super Chat questions, giving their thoughts on the biggest topics surrounding Notre Dame after the win. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https:/...

Bryan, Vince, Shaun and Trevor break down Notre Dame’s offensive performance against Rice, highlighted by CJ Carr’s efficient 16-of-20 passing performance for 253 yards and four touchdowns. The guys dive into the overall offensive game plan, execution and toughness before breaking down each position group, including quarterback, running back, receivers/tight ends and the offensive line. Shop for I...

Bryan, Vince, Shaun and Trevor give their immediate big-picture reactions to Notre Dame’s performance against Rice before diving deep into a dominant defensive showing that saw the Irish hold the Owls to just 52 first-half yards and force four fumbles. The guys break down the overall defensive game plan, toughness and execution before taking a position-by-position look at the defensive line, lineb...

Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This is part four of the show. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the la...

Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This is part three of the show. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the l...

Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This is part two of the show. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the lat...