Podcast appearances and mentions of marcus freeman

Robbie Weinstein of Vandy 247 analyzes the Commodores practices so far. Chuck and Heath discuss ESPN's latest CFB theme song. Nick Shepkowski of Notre Dame on Sports Illustrated gives the latest on the Fighting Irish. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Key Points:Longest Season Impact: Discussion on the potential positives and negatives of Notre Dame's longest season ever, including the impact on younger players and the possibility of returning players hitting a wall.Hypothetical Player Performances: Speculation about the likelihood of various players achieving specific statistical milestones in the upcoming season.Miami Game Confidence: Analysis of the similarities and differences between the 2017 Miami game and the upcoming 2024 opener, with reasons for optimism about Notre Dame's chances of starting the season strong.Coach Comparison: Arrowfan624 believes Marcus Freeman has achieved more in 3 years than Brian Kelly did.Freshman Impact: IrishCheezhead1 is curious about which freshmen will excel this year, specifically mentioning Cree Thomas and Elijah Burress.Quarterback Decision: Brianb2b inquires about the likelihood of a quarterback decision before the Miami game.Sign up now to access the daily Notre Dame news and recruiting scoop on the Four Horsemen Lounge and all of the premium Notre Dame stories on IrishIllustrated.com!Get your first month for only $1.00 -- sign up today.

Greg Flammang and Jamie Uyeyama of Irish Sports Daily give instant reaction and analysis to Notre Dame's first practice of the 2025 season and Marcus Freeman's opening press conference. Jamie is in South Bend and was able to watch the entirety of the practice and report on everything he saw on the field. They talk quarterbacks, the secondary, offensive line configuration, running backs and more!

Notre Dame adds 2027 quarterback recruit Teddy Jarrard. It's a fast start for Marcus Freeman and the Fighting Irish. Jarrard is a great fit for Notre Dame on and off the field.Jarrard's Notre Dame commitment continues a strong trend for the Irish to add top signal-callers, with Kenny Minchey, CJ Carr, Blake Hebert, and Noah Grubbs coming the prior four recruiting cycles.On X @LO_ThePortal TikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Today's show opens with Sean Stires interviewing Notre Dame men's and women's basketball general manager Pat Garrity. After that, Trevor Trowbridge joins Sean to talk Notre Dame football by discussing comments from Irish head coach Marcus Freeman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's show opens with Sean Stires interviewing Notre Dame men's and women's basketball general manager Pat Garrity. After that, Trevor Trowbridge joins Sean to talk Notre Dame football by discussing comments from Irish head coach Marcus Freeman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Notre Dame win the 2025 national championship? Yes, it's definitely possible. Led by Marcus Freeman, the Fighting Irish possess a talented roster without any glaring concerns. Recruiting elite high school football recruits, year after year, is Notre Dame's recipe. There are more talented freshmen coming to play with Heisman contender Jeremiyah Love, and All-American candidates like Leonard Moore and Jayden Greathouse. This podcast also defines the hidden factor for the Irish having a great opportunity to win it all.On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

On this episode of the JT Sports Podcast, JT sits down with  @collegefootballwithsam  to debate why Sam is ALL IN on Penn State going 16-0 and winning a national title behind Drew Allar, the nation's best coordinator duo, and the most slept-on O-line in America. They break down how Michigan mentally broke Ohio State, why Georgia still owns Texas, and whether Clemson's resurrection is real or fake. JT calls out the chaos that could be coming from Oklahoma and if Mario Cristobal can actually stop Miami from winning. Sam doesn't hold back on Alabama's playoff future under Kalen DeBoer, and JT questions if Marcus Freeman has Notre Dame's future on steroids.

Dave and Lefko are joined by ESPN’s Brady Henderson to discuss the contract situation with Nick Emmanwori and Elijah Arroyo and which rookies he’s most intrigued to see at Seahawks Training Camp, they break down why Sam Darnold is the biggest unknown going into the Seahawks 2025 season, and they hear what Marcus Freeman had to say about coaching college football players in the NIL era in Sweeping the Dial. 

Cast of 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' talks new movie; Notre Dame's head coach Marcus Freeman talks upcoming season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Michelle and Courtney wonder if Nick Saban could actually return to coaching and if so where would it make the most sense? Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman joins us in studio to look ahead to the new season, plus the Most UnSportsmanLike moment of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Michelle and Courtney wonder if Nick Saban could actually return to coaching and if so where would it make the most sense? Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman joins us in studio to look ahead to the new season, plus the Most UnSportsmanLike moment of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Michelle and Courtney wonder if Nick Saban could actually return to coaching and if so where would it make the most sense? Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman joins us in studio to look ahead to the new season, plus the Most UnSportsmanLike moment of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Michelle and Courtney wonder if Nick Saban could actually return to coaching and if so where would it make the most sense? Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman joins us in studio to look ahead to the new season, plus the Most UnSportsmanLike moment of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Michelle and Courtney wonder if Nick Saban could actually return to coaching and if so where would it make the most sense? Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman joins us in studio to look ahead to the new season, plus the Most UnSportsmanLike moment of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cast of 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' talks new movie; Notre Dame's head coach Marcus Freeman talks upcoming season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Greg Flammang and Jamie Uyeyama take a deep dive into the 2025/2026 recruiting cycles for Notre Dame and what they are building for the future. The Irish and Marcus Freeman appear to be setting up for multiple runs in the college football playoff with big gains on defense, the defensive backfield, and tight end. Questions, however, remain at quarterback and wide receiver.

Former Notre Dame offensive lineman Bob Morton joins Blue & Gold's Eric Hansen for a special live edition of Football Never Sleeps. With training camp around the corner, they break down the latest reshuffle on Notre Dame's offensive line — including what Charles Jagusah's recovery timeline might look like — and why this unit could still rank among the best in college football. The duo also dives into Notre Dame's summer progress, the Irish's hot streak on the recruiting trail, and what to watch as fall camp nears. Plus, they'll take your questions LIVE and offer expert insights on all things ND Football. For more Notre Dame sports coverage: https://www.blueandgold.com/ Eric Hansen on X/Twitter: https://x.com/EHansenND Tyler James on X/Twitter: https://x.com/TJamesND Thumbnail photo credit: Nathan Ray Seeback, Imagn Images Pictured: Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish #NotreDameFootball #NDFootball #CollegeFootball #FightingIrish #FootballNeverSleeps #NDRecruits #TrainingCamp #OffensiveLine #CharlesJagusah #BlueAndGold

Greg Flammang and Jamie Uyeyama discuss Notre Dame landing a commitment from Nick Reddish to round out their 2026 defensive back class at five prospects, Marcus Freeman being named a top 5 head coach according to PFF college sports, and have a quick discussion about Notre Dame's 2025 opponents and whether Texas A&M is all that different from USC.

Key Points:Charles Jagusah Injury & Offensive Line Depth Chart: In case of an offensive guard injury, there are discussions about whether to replace with another guard or move a tackle to guard and start a different tackle.Recruiting Success: Discussion on Marcus Freeman's success in recruiting NFL players' children, attributing it to Freeman's connection with players and the appeal of Notre Dame's education.Offensive System: There is confusion regarding the roles of receivers and tight ends in the Notre Dame offense, particularly the definition of a "slot" receiver and the potential for a versatile system.Preseason Rankings: Inquiry about the likelihood of a preseason top 10 team finishing unranked, specifically comparing Notre Dame's chances to other top 10 teams.Wide Receiver Recruiting: Notre Dame has had a successful week in recruiting wide receivers, but questions remain about how the offense will utilize their talent.James Rendell's Status: There is a question regarding James Rendell's projected performance for the upcoming season and whether his remaining eligibility has been clarified.Sign up now to access the daily Notre Dame news and recruiting scoop on the Four Horsemen Lounge and all of the premium Notre Dame stories on IrishIllustrated.com!Get your first month for only $1.00 -- sign up today.

Marcus Freeman is just getting started at Notre Dame and you best get used to it.

Chuck is back! We start today with Oklahoma AD Joe Castiglione announcing his retirement, and how the SEC is calling media days SEC Kickoff. We then look at the Notre Dame program with Tyler James from BlueandGold.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a wild one. • The Dolphins and Steelers are out here trading like it's a fantasy league. • Darren Waller might be back… or maybe not? • EA Sports is bringing back a college basketball game, and 2K is firing shots. Are we getting a new video game war? • Marcus Freeman to the Steelers?! What would it take for Mike to be okay with that? • The Bucks waived Dame Lillard(?!), and Malik Beasley is under investigation. • March Madness might expand again, NHL's got a new CBA, and Chris Robinson's junk led to an endorsement deal. Also: Moon Mammoths, robot soccer, Coach O at weddings, and the greatest Sip, Chug, Drainpour of all time (Maury, Springer, Dr. Phil).

Heath Cline in for Chuck today! We begin today’s show with the most important player in college football you’ve never heard of, and Auburn’s deal with Nike to be their apparel provider. We then look at the CFB video game and other things with Demetri Ravanos from SEC Unfiltered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pop-Tarts Bowl mascot is officially in College Football 26—EA Sports owns us now. We talk about all the chaos coming to the game, including Marcus Freeman's rough in-game model, Lou Holtz possibly showing up, and why there still isn't a Mascot Mode. Plus:

Chuck thinks things are looking up at FSU and Georgia Tech. Chuck and Heath look at the CFB video game stadium rankings. Tim O'Malley of Irish Illustrated sizes up Notre Dame at mid summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Comments from Marcus Freeman about the future of college football and the future of the USC rivalry on the Joel Klatt Show, comments from Klatt about the mix of modernization and tradition at Notre Dame, breaking news that offensive lineman Grayson McKeough has committed to Notre Dame, comments from Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia on the Big Ten, Stephen A. Smith's latest controversy, and Caitlin Clark's skirmish involving former Irish women's basketball player Marina Mabrey Tuesday night in Indy. 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 Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

The College Football Experience (@TCEonSGPN) on the Sports Gambling Podcast Network continues its 136 college football team preview series with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish 2025 Season Preview. Pick Dundee aka (@TheColbyD) & Ryan McIntyre (@Moneyline_Mac) break down the entire 2025 Notre Dame Fighting Irish roster and key in on the upcoming schedule. Is Notre Dame poised for another National Championship run in 2025? Can C.J. Carr the grandson of legendary Michigan head coach Lloyd Carr lead the Irish to the college football playoffs in his first season at the helm? Did Notre Dame win or lose the transfer portal?Does Notre Dame have the best overall deal in all of college football with them being Independent? Is Jeremiyah Love the best running back in America? Where are Notre Dame fans with the current state of the program and Marcus Freeman? Can Notre Dame avoid the bad losses this season after dropping games to Stanford, Marshall and Northern Illinois over the past 3 years? Does Notre Dame have perhaps the best offensive line in the country?Is this years Notre Dame schedule much more difficult than last years schedule? How great is the Notre Dame Miami Hurricanes "Cathlics vs Convicts" rivalry? How will the loss of Al Golden affect the Fighting Irish in 2025 and can Chris Ash improve this defense? Is Notre Dame Stadium one of the best stadiums in America to catch a football game? Should we lock up Notre Dame to make another college football playoff? We talk it all and more on this 2025 Notre Dame Fighting Irish edition of The College Football Experience. 00:34 Hosts Introduction and Show Overview 03:30 Notre Dame's 2025 Season Recap 06:55 Notre Dame's Sweet Deal as an Independent 08:46 Offensive Strategy and Key Players 17:13 Defensive Strategy and Key Players 24:45 State of the Program and Stadium Review 31:48 Upcoming Season and Key Games 39:04 Notre Dame Fans and Road Games 39:19 CJ Carr's First Road Game 39:29 Notre Dame vs. Miami History 40:21 Notre Dame's Strategy and Strengths 40:34 Debating the Miami Game Outcome 42:14 Notre Dame's Bye Week Strategy 43:43 Notre Dame's Upcoming Opponents 46:30 Potential Upsets and Key Games 49:31 Notre Dame's Tough Schedule 51:11 Notre Dame vs. NC State 53:43 Notre Dame vs. USC 55:50 Notre Dame's Final Stretch 01:02:07 Season Predictions and Betting Odds 01:07:53 Concluding Thoughts and Next Preview JOIN the SGPN community #DegensOnlyExclusive Merch, Contests and Bonus Episodes ONLY on Patreon - https://sg.pn/patreonDiscuss with fellow degens on Discord - https://sg.pn/discordDownload The Free SGPN App - https://sgpn.appCheck out the Sports Gambling Podcast on YouTube - https://sg.pn/YouTubeCheck out our website - http://sportsgamblingpodcast.comSUPPORT us by supporting our partnersUnderdog Fantasy code SGPN - Up to $1000 in BONUS CASH - https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-sgpnRithmm - Player Props and Picks - Free 7 day trial! http://sportsgamblingpodcast.com/rithmmRebet - Social sportsbook - 100% deposit match promo code SGPN in your app store! ADVERTISE with SGPNInterested in advertising? Contact sales@sgpn.io Follow The College Experience & SGPN On Social MediaTwitter - https://twitter.com/TCEonSGPNInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/TCEonSGPNTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@TCEonSGPNYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheCollegeExperienceFollow The Hosts On Social MediaColby Dant - http://www.twitter.com/thecolbydPatty C - https://twitter.com/PattyC831NC Nick - https://twitter.com/NC__NicK Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER CO, DC, IL, IN, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800 BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI)

Penn State had very important recruits taking official visits. Khary Adams, Joey O'Brien, and Grayson McKeough were all thought to be strong PSU possibilities, but then there was Notre Dame.The Fighting Irish look like they will sign all three, and there's another recruit the Nittany Lions will probably lose to Marcus Freeman's program, too. On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

In a weekly YouTube live show, Blue & Gold's Tyler Horka and Jack Soble analyze six Notre Dame topics with host Mike Singer.

Greg Flammang and Jamie Uyeyama of Irish Sports Daily recap the latest news in Notre Dame football recruiting and discuss the huge recruiting weekend which saw 21 players take official visits to campus with several of them being elite prospects. The Irish and Marcus Freeman needed to make moves at wide receiver and defensive back and early indications show that they did just that. But was it enough to earn commitments? The boys discuss.

Jessica Smetana joins to rank the best coaches in college football, including where we place Marcus Freeman among his peers. (The Top 25 coaches newsletter referenced during the discussion.) Then (42:20) The Athletic's Sabreena Merchant joins to discuss the state of the Notre Dame women's basketball program, how there's a star void to be filled for the 2025-26 season and how Irish alumnae are thriving in the WNBA this season. Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport

FOX Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt sits down with Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman to discuss the Fighting Irish's run to the National Championship Game and how the program builds on that success. They talk about Notre Dame's independence in the sport and whether that is something that will always make sense in the future with the changing landscape in college football. The two also get into the nature of scheduling in the sport and why Freeman wants the USC rivalry to continue on a yearly basis. Coach opens up about what he's learned in his first 3 full seasons as the leader of one of the most prestigious programs in the country and much more in the first episode of Big Noon Conversations in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Notre Dame Football Talk. InsideNDSports.com's Eric Hansen joins the show to discuss the injury to Irish defensive end Jordan Botelho plus is Marcus Freeman in South Bend for the long haul. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notre Dame Football Talk. InsideNDSports.com's Eric Hansen joins the show to discuss the injury to Irish defensive end Jordan Botelho plus is Marcus Freeman in South Bend for the long haul. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last year, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish finished their incredible season just short of a national championship. After falling to the Buckeyes in Atlanta this past season, Notre Dame is looking to make a run back to the College Football Playoff. As CJ Carr is expected to enter the helm as QB1, Marcus Freeman and the Irish have a lot to look forward to this season. Watch here as Tyler Horka from Bluenadgold.com joins Andy & Ari to break down everything involving the Fighting Irish. More news on the Fighting Irish here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/ Follow Tyler Horka here: https://x.com/tbhorka (0:00-1:53) Intro: Notre Dame(1:54-8:25) Tyler Horka Joins(8:26-12:40) Expectations of Notre Dame(12:41-19:59) CJ Carr ready to go?(20:00-23:53) Offensive weapons for the Irish(23:54-25:39) Jeremiyah Love, the best RB in CFB?(25:40-31:40) Biggest Change in CFB that has benefitted ND?(31:42-33:43) Conclusion: Notre Dame's Schedule Want to watch the show instead? Head on over to YouTube and join us LIVE, M-F at 9:30 am et! https://www.youtube.com/@On3sportsInterested in partnering with the show? Email advertise@on3.com  

Irish Breakdown is joined by Notre Dame football and men's basketball radio play-by-play announcer Tony Simeone on today's show. Simeone talks with IB's Sean Stires about is first season calling Fighting Irish football and shares his thoughts on Marcus Freeman, radio partner and ND alum Ryan Harris, ND men's basketball and more. 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 Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion Bryan and Shaun had looking back at some questions they had about Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame after the 2024 season ended. Would they stay hungry, or would they get complacent after the title run? After some comments made by Marcus Freeman it appears we have a better sense of that answer. 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 Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion Bill Bender of Sporting News had with the Irish Breakdown team of Bryan and Trevor to discuss his view on Notre Dame. They cover Bill ranking the Irish No. 5 in his preseason ranking, his thoughts on Marcus Freeman and a discussion of Notre Dame vs USC. 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 Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Pete Sampson, Notre Dame beat writer for the Athletic joins the show to talk about the Irish and Marcus Freeman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Bender of Sporting News joins the Irish Breakdown team of Bryan and Trevor to discuss his view on Notre Dame. They over Bill ranking the Irish No. 5 in his preseason ranking, his thoughts on Marcus Freeman and a discussion of Notre Dame vs USC. 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 Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

In part two of the RTCF show, Bryan and Shaun look back at some questions they had about Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame after the 2024 season ended. Would they stay hungry, or would they get complacent after the title run? After some comments made by Marcus Freeman it appears we have a better sense of that answer. 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 Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: We discuss comments from Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman on if quarterbacks CJ Carr and Kenny Minchey could both play this season, we guess Florida State's over/under season win total, we debate several "Start, Bench or Cut" propositions, thoughts on Bill Belichick's $1 million buyout at North Carolina and more. 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 Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Excited to be joined by Mike Berardino, Notre Dame beat writer for the South Bend Tribune, NDInsider.com, and co-host of the Pod of Gold podcast. We look ahead to 2025 Notre Dame football—is CJ Carr the front runner to land the starting quarterback job? How has Marcus Freeman, and the Irish currently built a top-2 recruiting class for 2026?Plus, insight into Notre Dame's defensive turnover, key transfer additions for 2025, WR and OL groups, a loaded RB room, and how the revamped College Football Playoff format could boost the Irish's title hopes. And of course, the latest on the USC–Notre Dame rivalry and why it still matters. Don't miss this in-depth conversation on one of college football's most tradition-rich programs!

Irish Breakdown has comments from Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman from his recent session with the local media. Freeman discusses the conversation he had with Steve Angeli after his spring quarterback competition as well as current Irish quarterbacks CJ Carr and Kenny Minchey as well as other topics. 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 Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Comments from Marcus Freeman on the impact on Notre Dame football recruiting if the USC series ends as well as the impact of analytics director Anthony Treash, breaking news that Notre Dame catcher Carson Tinney has entered the transfer portal, Arizona State football coach Kenny Dillingham thinks his program could be a new "blue blood" in the making, should college football add OTA style practices in the summer, and the College Football Hall of Fame has dropped its standard for coaches to qualify for induction. 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 Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter