Notre Dame Eyes First National Title Since 1988 in 2026
Notre Dame’s 2026 campaign centers on quarterback CJ Carr, a Heisman favorite, and a defense stacked with NFL prospects, aiming to break a 38‑year championship drought.
Aug 24, 2026
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Indiana Cancels Historic Notre Dame Series Amid Realignment
Indiana University has called off its scheduled home‑and‑home series with Notre Dame for the 2030‑31 seasons, a move driven by Notre Dame's new rivalry with USC and a strategic pivot by coach Curt Cignetti.
Aug 3, 2026
Notre Dame’s Football Program Valued at $2.1 Billion, Ranking Third Nationally
A recent analysis places Notre Dame behind only Texas and Ohio State in overall program valuation, highlighting a revenue surge that outpaces its peers despite data collection hurdles.
Jul 31, 2026
Notre Dame’s New Athletic Sponsorship with SoFi Signals Shift in College Sports Economics
A multi‑year deal with SoFi adds a branded patch to Notre Dame football jerseys and promises $18‑20 million per year, igniting fan controversy and highlighting the financial pressures facing modern college athletics.
Jul 30, 2026
EA Strips College Football 27 of Controversial Microtransactions After Player Backlash
The launch of College Football 27 sparked a player revolt over microtransactions, forcing EA Sports to pull the paid features within a day. The incident highlights wider financial pressures in college athletics, from billion‑dollar broadcast deals to eligibility rule changes.
Jul 27, 2026
How Notre Dame and the ACC Forged a Strategic Partnership That Transcends Football
An exploration of the mutually beneficial relationship between Notre Dame and the ACC, examining its history, impact, and the tensions that have shaped it.
Jul 6, 2026
How College Football Programs Echo the USMNT’s Path to Redemption
The Athletic’s feature maps the USMNT onto college football programs, using their journeys to illuminate common hurdles and aspirations.
Jun 30, 2026
Notre Dame Navigates the Prospect of a 24‑Team College Football Playoff
The potential expansion of the College Football Playoff to include 24 teams has placed Notre Dame at the center of a strategic debate, with athletic director Pete Bevacqua voicing support while weighing the implications for scheduling, revenue and championship prospects.
May 20, 2026