The Shamrock: A show about the Notre Dame Fighting Irish

The Shamrock Live returns to preview Notre Dame's trip to Clemson and what a win in (the other) Death Valley would mean for Marcus Freeman and the program. We also chat about the sign stealing controversy at Michigan and if that helps explain what happened during Notre Dame's trip to Ann Arbor four years ago. -Follow Pete on X/Twitter; @PeteSampson_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Shamrock Live jumps into transfer rumors, staff updates and what the Irish can prove the rest of this season. -Follow Pete on X/Twitter; @PeteSampson_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Shamrock Live previews Notre Dame's showdown with USC and the pressure on offensive coordinator Gerad Parker to get the Irish right with Sam Hartman at the controls. We also touched on Notre Dame's change of leadership and what it might mean for Marcus Freeman. -Follow Pete on X/Twitter; @PeteSampson_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Shamrock Live broadcasts from Louisville head of Notre Dame's latest Top 25 game in primetime. What can the Irish show on Saturday night that makes them a better bet against USC a week from now? Has the run game gone stale? And which lessons are Marcus Freeman learning on the job versus simply show who he is as a head coach? -Follow Pete on X/Twitter; @PeteSampson_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Shamrock Live takes your questions on Notre Dame's ability to get its season back on track after the last-minute loss at Ohio State. The Irish offense got plenty of questions, particularly the passing game and Gerad Parker's willingness to lean into it. -Follow Pete on X/Twitter; @PeteSampson_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode of The Shamrock Live previews the big game from campus. What would a win mean for Marcus Freeman and Sam Hartman? And what are the biggest keys for the Irish to make a national statement? -Follow Pete on X/Twitter; @PeteSampson_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Shamrock Live talked a little bit about Central Michigan and plenty about Ohio State. We also spend some time with subscribers wondering if college football would be ready for Notre Dame vs. LSU in the College Football Playoff. -Follow Pete on X/Twitter; @PeteSampson_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson takes questions from The Athletic subscribers on what to watch for on Saturday against NC State. -Follow Pete on X/Twitter; @PeteSampson_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson takes questions from The Athletic subscribers on what to watch for on Saturday against Tennessee State, just how much Sam Hartman raises the ceiling on the program and whether this team's vibes are more 2005 or 2012 after the Navy blowout. -Follow Pete on X/Twitter; @PeteSampson_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Shamrock Live: Our weekly Live Room experience for subscribers of The Athletic (and Notre Dame fans) kicks off with Pete Sampson, looking ahead to Saturday's opening night against Navy from Dublin and what we can expect as Year 2 begins for Marcus Freeman. -Follow Pete on X/Twitter; @PeteSampson_ *Today's episode is brought to you by: -Hello Fresh--Go to hellofresh.com/50shamrock and use code 50shamrock for 50% off plus free shipping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Notre Dame play-by-play voice Tony Simeone joins The Shamrock after calling the Blue-Gold Game on Saturday to talk Sam Hartman, Marcus Freeman and getting to know the Irish staff behind the scenes. We also chat a little hoops after Simeone called the final two seasons of the Mike Brey era, looking ahead to Micah Shrewsberry and how the Irish basketball can reboot moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Shamrock returns with scouting aficionado Dan Brugler of The Athletic to talk through Notre Dame's outlook for the NFL Draft, if Michael Mayer is really slipping and where Isaiah Foskey might slot next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Matt Fortuna away, The Shamrock calls on Mike Golic Jr. as co-host alongside Pete Sampson, talking Marcus Freeman's evolution, Tommy Rees' departure, Harry Hiestand's retirement and how much spring practice actually matters. There's a little Ted Lasso and Last of Us talk, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Notre Dame OC Tommy Rees is officially headed to Tuscaloosa to call plays for Nick Saban and Alabama. Pete and Matt react to the news and discuss who is on the short list to take over in South Bend.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete and Matt answer questions in real-time from Shamrock fans and listeners on The Athletic app's Live Room feature. The guys serve up their thoughts to: What are some "let down spots" in Notre Dame's 2023 roster? Can Marcus Freeman and co. right last season's playing-down-to-the-level-of-competition foible? Could Tyler Buchner transfer from ND with the addition of Sam Hartman? Can the Irish be more proactive instead of reactive in their NIL pursuits? And much more. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete and Matt discuss Notre Dame's transfer portal activity, headlined by the game-changing addition of Wake Forest QB Sam Hartman. Plus, the guys discuss Irish opponent news and provide takeaways from the College Football Playoff. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame's 45-38 comeback win vs. South Carolina in the Gator Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt and Pete talk about what Sam Hartman could potentially bring to Notre Dame. Plus, signing day takeaways, a Gator Bowl preview and much more. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vanderbilt head coach Clark Lea joins the show once again to discuss his growth as a coach, his time at Notre Dame, the strengths of Irish bowl opponent South Carolina and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete and Matt recap the Notre Dame news of the week, including Tyler Buchner's status and if he should participate in the Gator Bowl, and RB recruit Dylan Edwards flipping his commitment to Colorado. The guys look at potential transfer portal targets, next week's signing class, opt-out news, Michael Mayer and the Mackey Award, and much more. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Selection Sunday revealed Notre Dame's bowl matchup, South Carolina, in the Gator Bowl on December 30th. Pete and Matt take an early look at the Irish's bowl game and some of its wide-ranging implications, such as: who will start for ND at QB after Drew Pyne entered the transfer portal? Will Tyler Buchner be healthy enough to go? Can Shane Beamer and Spencer Rattler ride their recent wave of success to a 'W'? Plus, the guys share their CFP predictions. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete and Matt report live from Memorial Coliseum after Notre Dame's 38-27 loss to USC. The guys discuss the Irish's offense, Caleb William's dominance, ND's run in November, and more. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Antonio Morales, The Athletic's USC beat writer, joins the show to preview the Battle for the Jeweled Shillelagh between Notre Dame and USC. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Follow Antonio on Twitter: @AntonioCMorales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Irish bulldozed Boston College and earned a 44-point win. Pete and Matt discuss if this is a watershed moment for the Irish in reestablishing their consistent outings against beatable teams. The pair also chat about ND's seniors and bowl projections. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Fighting Irish OL and current Notre Dame color analyst Ryan Harris joins Pete and Matt in previewing Saturday's matchup against Boston College on Senior Day. What have been the locker room vibes heading into contests against lesser opponents? Will ND play down to their competition again this week? What bowl games could the Irish qualify for?  Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Follow Ryan on Twitter: @salaams_from_68 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a cathartic and season-defining win in Marcus Freeman's first year last week versus Clemson, the Irish slid back and narrowly avoided an upset to Navy, winning 35-32. Pete and Matt zero in on the Irish's inconsistent play and their inclination to perform to the level of their competition. The duo also discusses the rushing game's lack of production, and what Freeman can do to help elevate his team against programs of lesser talent. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACC Network analyst and former Clemson offensive lineman Eric Mac Lain joins the show to dissect Notre Dame's win over the Tigers, to talk ACC football as a whole, and to look ahead to what awaits Marcus Freeman and the Irish after a signature win. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Follow Eric on Twitter: @EricMacLain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Notre Dame orchestrated an exceptional 35-14 win over #4 Clemson in South Bend. Pete and Matt react to Marcus Freeman's signature win, and what this victory over the Tigers means for the program moving forward. Plus, the Irish are bowl eligible! Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's Grace Raynor joins the show to preview Notre Dame's game against Clemson, talk about the Tigers' recruiting philosophies and make sense of where the program stands ahead of its primetime showdown in South Bend. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Follow Grace on Twitter: @gmraynor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Irish's backfield logged over 200 yards rushing and greeted the endzone three times in a drubbing of #16 Syracuse, 41-24. Matt and Pete chat about the success of the running game, and the not-as-desirous outcome in the passing game. Can Drew Pyne ratchet up his game in ND's meeting with Clemson? The guys also discuss another great special teams performance as well as briefly look ahead to next week's date with the Tigers. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ESPN's David Hale joins the show to preview Notre Dame's trip to Syracuse. Plus, a discussion about the ACC's relationship with the Irish, Clemson's potential quarterback issues ahead of its South Bend visit, and much more. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Follow David on Twitter: @ADavidHaleJoint Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete and Matt examine the Irish's 23-point win over UNLV in South Bend to climb over the .500 mark. The offense clicked, especially in the opening quarter where ND scored 23 points. The special teams unit shined by forcing some turnovers to aid in that 23-point 1st quarter. Although Notre Dame poured it on, there's still yet another gear that the team can achieve. The guys weigh the talent in the program versus its production. Plus, looking at the bright spots and improvements through eight weeks. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Notre Dame alumna and podcaster extraordinaire Jess Smetana joins The Shamrock to find meaning in Marcus Freeman's inconsistent start as Irish head coach, get to the origin of her fandom and look ahead to what's coming next for the program. We also talk a little Stanford and relive her Clemson-to-Notre Dame transfer as a student. (See! Notre Dame takes transfers!) Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Follow Jess on Twitter: @jessica_smetana Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete welcomes Paul Burmeister, the voice of Notre Dame football, on to discuss the Irish's 16-14 loss to Stanford. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Paul on Twitter: @PaulWBurmeister Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

VSiN host Brent Musburger joins The Shamrock to discuss Notre Dame's recent trip to Las Vegas, his favorite Irish calls from years past, and how his friends in the desert have influenced his legendary career. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss Notre Dame's win in the Shamrock Series vs. BYU in Vegas. The offensive and defensive lines sealed the win late in what felt like the most complete performance of the season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

VSiN host and Notre Dame fanatic Tim Murray joins the show to go down memory lane, to offer a look ahead to late-season Irish game odds, and to give ND fans the lay of the land for when they travel to Las Vegas this weekend to face BYU in the Shamrock Series. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bye-week edition of The Shamrock, Pete and Matt take a step back to glance a full look at the Irish's season so far. What have we learned about Marcus Freeman through the first four games of the year? What do we expect to learn in the remaining eight matchups? Pete and Matt share their offensive, defensive, and special teams MVPs at the quarter mark. Plus, the pair forecast how ND will fare in their final eight contests. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marcus Freeman earned his first road win as the Irish's head coach, and the club progressed to .500 as Notre Dame poured on 45 points versus UNC. Pete and Matt converse about how Saturday's performance was reminiscent of a Brian Kelly-era beatdown. The offense's productivity, both through the air and on the ground, was in no small part to Tommy Rees' play calling. The Irish scribes delve into Drew Pyne, Chris Tyree, Michael Mayer, and Audric Estime's contributions. The defensive line impressed yet again, recording back-to-back multi-sack games. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Notre Dame All-American Chris Zorich joined The Shamrock to talk about Notre Dame's slow start and the patience necessary for first-time head coach Marcus Freeman. Are there any parallels to the early Lou Holtz days? We also talked kilts on national television as Zorich also explained his look in pregame before Marshall. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Follow Chris on Twitter: @chris_zorich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Notre Dame's inauspicious start to the season finally turned a corner, as the Irish dodged a pesky Cal team, 24-17. Pete and Matt react to Marcus Freeman's first career win, Tommy Rees' play-calling with Drew Pyne at the helm, Pyne's performance itself, Chris Tyree's playmaking as well as his postgame comments. The guys also key in on a dominant six-sack outing by ND's defensive line. Plus, would the Irish stand a chance against UNC, Clemson, Syracuse, and other notable opponents on their schedule, based on today's win? Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ty Hildenbrandt of The Solid Verbal joins Pete and Matt as the triumvirate previews Saturday's matchup versus the California Golden Bears. With Tyler Buchner out at QB, and Drew Pyne in, what can Irish fans expect from the offense? What might Tommy Rees do to help Pyne's transition to starting QB? Which position group needs to step up, and why is it the WRs? After the Marshall loss, can the Irish afford to underestimate any more opponents? And, of course, will this be Marcus Freeman's first win? Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteSampson_ Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_Fortuna Follow Ty on Twitter: @tyhildenbrandt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices