Irish Breakdown

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...

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 one 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...

Irish Breakdown reacts to the news that 4-star Chicago defensive lineman Brayden Parks has committed to Notre Dame. Parks announced his commitment as the show was starting, and we hear some of his comments. Bryan Driskell details his recruitment and impact on the 2027 class. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com Join the Irish Breakdown premium messa...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: ESPN named three national championship "IFs" for Notre Dame football this season. We take a look at and dissect each of them. SEC Network and NFL veteran Benjamin Watson says Lane Kiffin needs to take LSU to the national championship game this season to justify leaving Ole Miss. Nick Saban says all Power 4 football teams should play 12 games against oth...

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 discusses how Notre Dame is embracing unprecedented preseason expectations as a legitimate national title contender. The show examines Marcus Freeman's mindset, the reasons for confidence in the Irish, and why this experienced roster appears built to handle the pressure. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown prem...

Notre Dame has picked up another huge commitment in the 2027 class, this time landing talented defensive tackle Brayden Parks. The Irish Breakdown team dives into this commitment, looking at the back story, class impact, we dive into film and we talk big picture what this commitment means for Notre Dame. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join th...

The IB team explores how the new "Five for Five" rule could accelerate the development of Notre Dame's talented 2026 recruiting class without sacrificing redshirts. The show breaks down which freshmen are most likely to contribute on offense, defense, and special teams, and why those early opportunities could pay major dividends for the Irish. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online...

The IB team builds on Marcus Freeman's latest comments by explaining why a fast start is critical for Notre Dame's 2026 championship hopes. The show examines why the schedule, roster continuity, and returning experience create high expectations for September, while defining what a truly impressive start should look like beyond just wins. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://i...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Sean Stires and Vince DeDario react to comments from Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman on Brian Kelly, tight ends Ian Premer and Cooper Flanagan and wide receivers Quincy Porter, Jaden Greathouse and Mylan Graham. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://bo...

Irish Breakdown talks Notre Dame football and answers listener questions about the Irish. Sean Stires and Vince DeDario rank the Irish position groups on offense and defense based on the depth at each position behind the starters. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com S...

The IB team ranks the top defensive lines in college football, breaking down the talent, production, and overall strength of each unit. The show also debates where Notre Dame's defensive front belongs among the nation's elite entering the 2026 season. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://board...

The IB team previews Navy's 2026 season, examining how the Midshipmen will transition into the post-Blake Horvath era under Brian Newberry. The show breaks down Navy's strengths, key concerns, season outlook, and how the Midshipmen match up against Notre Dame. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: http...

The IB team examines Notre Dame's biggest "ifs" heading into the 2026 season, comparing ESPN's key questions with their own. The show identifies the factors that could ultimately determine whether the Irish are merely good or true championship contenders. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board:...

The IB team breaks down the biggest takeaways from Marcus Freeman's latest media session, highlighting the comments that matter most for Notre Dame's 2026 season. The show analyzes what Freeman's remarks reveal about the team's mindset, roster, and expectations moving forward. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium me...

Irish Breakdown reacts to comments from Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman on a handful of topics. IB's Sean Stires was one of a handful of local reporters who met in a closed door (but on the record) session with Freeman Tuesday. He and Jesse Stires discuss Freeman's updates to injuries to Charles Jagusah and Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa as well as other comments on Notre Dame's backup QB competit...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Reaction to comments from Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman about wanting to retire at Notre Dame, what's our confidence Freeman, who is entering his fifth year as head coach, will be at ND longer than Brian Kelly's 12 years, reaction to comments from former Irish backup QB Steve Angeli about his "trials and tribulations" at Notre Dame, reaction to c...

Irish Breakdown has an exclusive interview with Notre Dame women's basketball player Anaya Hardy. The former Louisville forward joins Sean Stires to discuss transferring from Louisville, facing Hannah Hidalgo as an opponent and now playing with her, the decision to transfer to ND, head coach Niele Ivey and more. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com...

The IB team reacts to recent comments from ACC coaches, arguing the conference's public messaging does more harm than good. The show examines bold claims from Pat Narduzzi, Bill O'Brien, Rhett Lashlee, and others while discussing how the ACC can promote itself without sounding defensive. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown...

The IB team examines why USC continues to fall short of its blue-blood potential, arguing the Trojans prioritize image over substance. The show breaks down the latest controversies, including the Notre Dame scheduling dispute, and debates whether Lincoln Riley can build USC into a true national contender. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join t...

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 ranks Notre Dame's defensive position groups based on their importance to a championship run in 2026. The show debates the value of each unit and explains why the defensive line, cornerbacks, safeties, and linebackers will be key to the Irish's title hopes. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message bo...

The IB team ranks Notre Dame's offensive position groups based on their importance to winning a national championship in 2026. The show debates the value of each unit and explains why quarterback and the offensive line sit at the top of the list. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.iri...