Locked On Irish - Daily Podcast On Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football & Basketball

Notre Dame’s 2026 recruiting class is already off to a strong start, but what positions do the Irish absolutely need to prioritize? Tyler Wojciak breaks down the most important offensive positions Notre Dame must address, ranking the biggest needs and discussing current commitments like Noah Grubbs and Dylan Faison. Plus, Tyler highlights the top targets still on the board, including elite offensi...

Notre Dame had one of the best defenses in college football last season, but now they have to reload after losing several key pieces. Tyler Wojciak breaks down the projected depth chart heading into spring practice and analyzes the defensive line, linebackers, and secondary to determine who could emerge as key starters for the Fighting Irish. With new faces stepping into bigger roles, how will the...

It’s time for another Notre Dame Mailbag! Tyler Wojciak tackles the biggest questions from Fighting Irish fans, including the latest on the QB battle—could ND still add a transfer? Plus, is it time to start questioning Micah Shrewsberry’s future as Notre Dame’s basketball coach? Tyler also dives into the most exciting home game of 2025, Shamrock Series rumors, and even ranks some of the most cring...

Spring practice is right around the corner, and Notre Dame’s offensive depth chart is starting to take shape. Tyler Wojciak discusses who takes the first reps at quarterback—Steve Angeli, CJ Carr, or Kenny Minchey? How will the running back rotation shake out? Which wide receivers and tight ends step up as go-to targets? And who locks down the starting five on the offensive line? Tune in for a ful...

Notre Dame has hired former Detroit Lions scout Mike Martin as its new General Manager—a major move that could reshape the Irish’s recruiting and roster-building strategy. Tyler Wojciak analyzes makes Martin the right hire, and how will his NFL experience impact Notre Dame’s future. Plus, Notre Dame basketball coach Micah Shrewsberry had some strong words for fans after the Irish’s loss to Louisvi...

Notre Dame’s quarterback competition is the biggest story of this offseason, and there is no bigger name involved than CJ Carr. In part three of a three-part series on Notre Dame's 2025 quarterback competition, Tyler Wojciak breaks down CJ Carr's chances of winning the starting job. Tyler analyzes why the highly-touted redshirt freshman could be the future of the Fighting Irish, the challenges he...

Notre Dame men’s basketball has had a disappointing season in year two of Micah Shrewsberry, with a 11-13 record and 5-8 in ACC play. Tyler Wojciak is joined by men’s basketball beat writer Tom Noie to do a deep dive into Notre Dame men’s basketball on the heels of a much-needed win over Boston College that snapped a three-game losing streak.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWoj...

Notre Dame’s QB competition is the biggest story of the offseason, and it’s already heating up. Tyler Wojciak breaks down Kenny Minchey’s chances of winning the starting job over Steve Angeli and CJ Carr. Tyler presents the case for and against Minchey as QB1, and discusses whether he has a real shot to lead the Irish in 2025.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Lock...

Notre Dame will have a true QB competition for the first time since 2016, and it’s already heating up. Tyler Wojciak breaks down Steve Angeli’s chances of winning the starting job. Does his experience and poise make him the right choice, or is he just a placeholder for a more talented QB? Tyler analyzes the case for and against Angeli as QB1 and discusses whether he has a real shot to lead the Iri...

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman is working hard to build an elite coaching and personnel staff. Tyler Wojciak provides the latest on Notre Dame’s search for a new GM and what Mike Mickens’ future is with the Irish. Then, Tyler is joined by Locked On Nittany Lions host Zach Seyko to go in-depth on Notre Dame’s hire of former Penn State RB oach Ja’Juan Seider.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https:/...

Notre Dame and Marcus Freeman are riding a wave of momentum following the run to the National Championship, and it is starting to show up on the recruiting trail. Tyler Wojciak joins Brian Smith for a special crossover edition of The Portal to discuss how Notre Dame recruiting is improving and why they have a very bright future.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Lo...

Notre Dame is expected to hire Ja’Juan Seider as the next RB Coach, who has spent the last seven years at Penn State. Tyler Wojciak reacts to the news and explains what it means for the Irish.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpo...

Notre Dame football is facing major changes after two top assistants leave for the NFL. What does this mean for Marcus Freeman and the football program in 2025? Tyler Wojciak answers questions from listeners in this week’s mailbag episode.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Insta...

The offseason is here, and Notre Dame football has some major questions to answer before the start of the next college football season. Who will be QB1? How will new defensive coordinator Chris Ash reshape the defense? Tyler Wojciak breaks down the five biggest questions for Notre Dame heading into next season.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on T...

Notre Dame RB Coach Deland McCullough is leaving Notre Dame for the same position with Pete Carroll and the Las Vegas Raiders. Tyler Wojciak shares his instant reaction to the news and explains what it means for Notre Dame going forward.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagr...

Notre Dame’s run to the National Championship is already shaking up the recruiting landscape in college football. Tyler Wojciak is joined by recruiting insider Eric Thomas from Irish Illustrated to break down the impact of Notre Dame’s success in the CFP, the commitment of four-star offensive lineman Tyler Merrill, and how potential GM James Blanchard could reshape the program’s recruiting strateg...

Notre Dame is moving toward hiring Texas Tech’s James Blanchard as its next general manager. Tyler Wojciak dives into Blanchard’s profile and explains what this means for the program going forward. Plus, the 2025 schedule is out, and Tyler breaks down the biggest matchups, toughest stretches, and what it means for Notre Dame’s playoff hopes.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojc...

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish finished 14-2 made it to the National Championship in the 2024 college football season. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith to look back on the incredible season and highlight the biggest moments, best players, and more in the 5th annual postseason awards show.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twi...

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish added eight players in the transfer portal during the December window, but lost six players. Tyler Wojciak compares the new additions to the players who departed, and explains why the Irish upgraded the roster overall.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish...

Chris Ash has accepted the job as Notre Dame’s defensive coordinator according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel. Additionally, Notre Dame is targeting Texas Tech GM James Blanchard to replace Chad Bowden. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Greg Flammang of Irish Sports Daily to discuss the decision to hire Chris Ash and what it means for Mike Mickens’ future at Notre Dame. Then, they share their thoughts on James Bl...

Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman is looking for a new defensive coordinator, and according to multiple reports, he is closing in on former Rutgers Head Coach Chris Ash to become Co-DC along with current Defensive Backs Coach Mike Mickens. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Locked On Recruiting Insider Brian Smith to discuss the potential hire and ramifications of the move. Then, they analyze the loss...

Notre Dame GM Chad Bowden is leaving the program for a similar role at USC. Tyler Wojciak reacts to the news and explains where Marcus Freeman goes from here.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Ir...

Notre Dame football players are entering the transfer portal now that the 2024 college football season has concluded. Tyler Wojciak reacts to the departures of Pat Coogan, Rocco Spindler, Sam Pendleton, Jayden Thomas, and Deion Colzie. Then, Tyler shares his thoughts on Benjamin Morrison’s decision to enter the NFL Draft and explains why Marcus Freeman should hire Mike Mickens to replace Al Golden...

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish fell to the Ohio State Buckeyes in the National Championship on Monday, and the offseason is already in full swing. Defensive Coordinator Al Golden is expected to leave for the same position on the Cincinnati Bengals. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith to react to Golden’s departure, and then they break down everything they liked and didn’t like from the title game...

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish fell to the Ohio State Buckeyes 34-23 in the National Championship game. Tyler Wojciak shares his biggest takeaways from the game, breaks down where it went wrong for the Irish, and discusses what’s next for Marcus Freeman and his football program.   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Locked...