As the transfer portal window heats up in early January 2026, Notre Dame's defensive line has emerged as the program's most pressing area of need heading into the upcoming season. Significant attrition, including the retirement of veteran captain Donovan Hinish, the departure of edge rusher Joshua Burnham to Indiana, and the entry into the portal of rising interior lineman Armel Mukam , has left the Irish thin up front. Mukam, a former top-200 recruit in the 2023 class who p

In the wake of Ohio State's disappointing end to the 2025 season, two highly touted wide receivers from the Buckeyes' roster have entered the transfer portal, sparking interest from top programs across the country. Quincy Porter and Mylan Graham, both former five-star recruits, are drawing significant attention, with Notre Dame positioning itself for both talents. Here's the latest on their situations and whether the Fighting Irish are truly in the hunt. Quincy Porter: High-P

Notre Dame finally notched their first win of the 2025 season, but it did not come without some moments of "here we go again" defensively. The Irish defense gave up 30 points to an improved Purdue Boilermakers team, and will now have to turn their attention to an unfamiliar foe when they travel to Fayetteville to take on the Arkansas Razorbacks.

($) We dive into Texas A&M's defensive tape and break down what Notre Dame needs to be worried about and what they can take advantage of. Premium article: Get one month of Tribune+ for only $1 with code TRYBLUE. Subscribe below: