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The IB team evaluates Notre Dame's 2025 recruiting class, a group that faced heavy scrutiny despite being one of the nation's top-ranked classes. They examine which players are poised to contribute in 2026 and debates whether the class has lived up to expectations or risks being overtaken by the talented 2026 group. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown....

Notre Dame has landed a big time commitment with 5-star DE Abraham Sesay committing to the Irish! The IB team breaks it all down! 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 analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.i...

The IB team breaks down the stunning decision by Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech to part ways after months of legal battles involving the NCAA, the Big 12, and the state of Texas. They examine how the situation unraveled, why Sorsby entered the NFL Supplemental Draft, and what the fallout could mean for Texas Tech's reputation moving forward. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https:...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: What would winning a national championship mean for Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman and quarterback CJ Carr, thoughts on Notre Dame's announcement of this year's "Irish Wear Green" game, Cam Newton had an interesting revelation about former Irish QB Jimmy Clausen, NFL quarterbacks Trevor Lawrence and Baker Mayfield were in South Bend this weekend f...

After the New York Knicks ended their 53-year title drought over the weekend, Irish Breakdown discusses what it would mean for Notre Dame if the Irish were to end their 38-year national championship drought. What would it mean to their relevance, would it mean more if they do it as an independent and more. We also start the show with some thoughts on the current back and forth between the Big 12 C...

Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part four of the segment. 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 analysis about Notre Dame: https://www....

Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part three of the segment. 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 analysis about Notre Dame: https://www...

Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part two of the segment. 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 analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.i...

Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part one of the segment. 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 analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.i...

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing the IB team ranking their Top 10 Notre Dame players on offense from 2000-25. It’s a great group with QB, RB, WR, TE and OL all having at least one player in the ranking. We also discuss some of the great players that we had to leave off the list. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online stor...

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing the IB team listing their Notre Dame All-Opponent Team for 2026, with part two looking at the opposing defenses. Miami, BYU and SMU have loads of talent on this group, but the opposition DL leave a lot to be desired. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakd...

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing the IB team listing their Notre Dame All-Opponent Team for 2026, with part one looking at the opposing offenses. There are some strong areas and others not quite as good, but overall it’s a strong slate. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join...

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing how Notre Dame is widely projected as a national title contender, yet those same outlets include surprisingly few Irish players on their All-America teams. The show explores the disconnect between lofty team expectations and modest individual recognition, highlighting the players who may be fly...

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing a fresh look at Notre Dame's 2024 recruiting class, examining its rankings, player talent, and projected 2026 impact. With multiple future starters already emerging on both sides of the ball, the team debates whether the class has met, exceeded, or fallen short of expectations despite some tran...

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing how the 2023 recruiting class arrived with top-10 rankings across every major service, but now enters its senior season with a chance to define its legacy through on-field impact and NFL development rather than recruiting stars. Led by elite talent like Jeremiyah Love and supported by a deep gr...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Thoughts on comments from Austin "The Film Guy" Brooks on his prospects for Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr as a Heisman Trophy hopeful this season, former Irish and LSU head coach Brian Kelly is back in college football, what's the first thing you think of when you think of ESPN, What college football  te am is the equivalent of  U.S.  men’s soccer, tho...

Irish Breakdown makes predictions for each Notre Dame position group this season based on which players at each position could 'shock' us with their play. 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 analysis about N...

Irish Breakdown discusses the massive expectations on Notre Dame football heading into the 2026 season. Are they the highest expectations for the Irish since the Lou Holtz era, is any result besides a championship a success and how does their schedule impact those expectations? Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com Join the Irish Breakdown premium me...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua made history Thursday when he was named to the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament selection committee, six Notre Dame football players received Phil Steele All-American honors - we discuss the list and also name other Irish players we think could get All-American recognition, after the New York Knicks' record-setting NBA F...

Irish Breakdown answers listener questions about Notre Dame football and more on today's 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 latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the...

The IB team answers questions about Notre Dame football, Irish recruiting and college football in the latest installment of the Daily Mailbag. 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 analysis about Notre Dame:...

The IB team previews Rice by examining Scott Abell's second season, the Owls' biggest strengths and question marks, and what to expect from their 2026 campaign. The show wraps up with season projections for Rice and an early prediction for the Notre Dame matchup. The IB team answers questions about Notre Dame football, Irish recruiting and college football in the latest installment of the Daily Ma...

The IB team takes a fresh look at Notre Dame's 2024 recruiting class, examining its rankings, player talent, and projected 2026 impact. With multiple future starters already emerging on both sides of the ball, the team debates whether the class has met, exceeded, or fallen short of expectations despite some transfer losses. The IB team answers questions about Notre Dame football, Irish recruiting...

Notre Dame kicks off a crucial summer recruiting weekend with a small but highly targeted group of visitors, led by front-seven prospects and commits David Folorunsho and Sean Kraft. The IB team breaks down where the Irish stand with top targets like Abraham Sesay, Brayden Parks, Roman Igwebuike, Greedy James, and Tyler Alexander, while discussing the ideal outcome from the weekend. The IB team an...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Thoughts on an ESPN NFL Draft evaluation of Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr, who are our favorite offseason moves for the Irish, should Notre Dame even consider playing Texas Tech if they play admitted sports gambler Brendan Sorsby this season? Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com Join the Irish Breakdown premium me...