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Irish Breakdown discusses the NCAA's new '5 for 5' eligibility rule and how it could impact some current Notre Dame football players. 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://ww...

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 revisits the Big Ten vs. SEC debate, weighing each conference's case based on championships, coaching, NFL Draft success, depth, and overall league strength. The discussion also explores how quarterback play could ultimately shape the balance of power this season. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium mes...

The IB team previews Purdue entering Year 2 under Barry Odom, examining the Boilermakers' transfer-heavy roster, strengths, and key concerns. The show wraps up with season expectations and an early prediction for the Notre Dame-Purdue matchup. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishb...

The IB team ranks the top defenses Notre Dame will face in 2026, with Miami, BYU, and SMU leading the way. The show also breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of each team's defensive line, linebacker corps, and secondary. 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...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: This November's Notre Dame vs Miami football game has the chance to be the biggest regular season home game for the Irish since BLANK, what's the biggest missed evaluation we had before last year's ND-Miami game, should the Irish and Hurricanes play even more often than their six scheduled meetings in the next 11 years, we guess Miami's over/under season win tota...

Miami football insider David Lake joins Irish Breakdown's Sean Stires to talk Hurricane football. They discuss the Notre Dame - Miami rivalry, Miami head coach Mario Cristobal, making the CFP after losing twice last season, new QB Darian Mensah, offensive and defensive lines and more. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com Join the Irish Breakdown pre...

Irish Breakdown discusses the news that Notre Dame defensive lineman Brenan Vernon has medically retired, summer progress for offensive lineman Charles Jagusah and the commitment of 2027 defensive lineman Segun Alexander. 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 locke...

Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. 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 t...

The IB team breaks down how Notre Dame stacks up against the best teams in the SEC. We compare the Irish to Georgia, Texas, Alabama, Texas A&M and Oklahoma. 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...

Despite a strong season in 2025, the Notre Dame offense isn’t getting nearly as much hype as the defense. We discuss why that is and what expectations are for the offense in 2026. 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...

Notre Dame landed a commitment from 2027 defensive tackle Segun Alexander. The IB team breaks it all down, discussing back story, class impact and of course they dive into the film. 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 late...

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Many fans don't like the idea of Stanford being Notre Dame's green game this season. Is it good that the Irish even have green games? What souvenir from the Irish sideline would you want when Notre Dame wins its next national championship? Thoughts on Dusty May leaving Michigan for the NBA after winning a national championship in May. Thoughts on the possibility...

Irish Breakdown compares how Notre Dame's oft criticized 2026 football schedule compares to several other College Football Playoff contending teams, including Indiana, Miami, Ohio State, Texas Tech and others. 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...

Notre Dame landed a huge commitment with elite receiver Julius Jones Jr. pledging to the Irish. Bryan Driskell breaks down what this means for the Irish. 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...

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing and ranking the top Notre Dame defensive players from 2000-25, weighing talent, production, impact, and accolades. The countdown features stars across every level of the defense, with a very popular former Irish star earning the top spot. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https...

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing and comparing Notre Dame to the Big 12's top programs—Texas Tech, BYU, and Arizona State—evaluating coaching, overall talent, and key position groups. The team highlights where the Irish hold advantages and how they measure up against the conference's current and future contenders. Shop for Iri...

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing and comparing Notre Dame to the ACC's top programs—Miami, SMU, and Clemson—by breaking down coaching, talent, and position groups on both sides of the ball. They evaluate where the Irish hold advantages, where they face challenges, and how they stack up against the conference's elite. Shop for...

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing 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....

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing the top offenses Notre Dame will face in 2026, evaluating each unit based on coaching, talent, depth, and production. Miami and SMU headline a schedule that features several challenging attacks. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Iris...

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing whether the hype surrounding CJ Carr is justified, breaking down his talent, potential, and the areas he must improve to become the centerpiece of Notre Dame's offense. The team also sets realistic expectations by discussing Carr's floor and ceiling for the 2026 season. Shop for 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...