Texas A&M’s defense has played well against inferior opponents. Meanwhile, Notre Dame struggled at Miami, most notably with a lack of a pass rush, which led to coverage getting burned all game. In the young season, missed tackles seem to be a theme for both of these top-25 squads.

The dual-threat Reed and skilled RB Le’Veon Moss can run loose behind an experienced and elite line featuring two strong tackles and one of the best guards in the nation, who are all on track to be future NFL Draft selections. Since the start of the 2024 season, Texas A&M is 7-0 when they rush for over 170 yards compared to 3-5 when they do not hit that number. Keeping the Aggies contained on the ground will be vital to any defensive success for the Irish.

While Notre Dame is currently in the midst of a bye week after their loss to Miami, here are a few players they will need to turn their attention to ahead of their matchup against Texas A&M.

Notre Dame is just one of two “power” programs to have a bye week following their first game of the year. We examine whether the early bye will have a positive or negative impact.

Last season, the Irish and Hurricanes defenses had drastically different impacts on their seasons. Notre Dame consistently called upon the defense to make big, clutch plays, which ultimately landed them in the CFP Championship. For Miami, their defense allowed 31 or more points in six games, including in the regular season finale loss at Syracuse, which cost the 'Canes a chance to compete in the CFP. We preview each team team's defense here.

As Notre Dame prepares their sequel to last season's CFP Championship run, they open this season with a ranked primetime road matchup against Miami. How will the Irish handle the Hurricanes' pass-heavy attack that led the country in yards and scoring a year ago? We preview each team's offensive pieces for Sunday's thriller here.

Notre Dame hasn’t touched a Heisman since 1987, or a national title since 1988. Jeremiyah Love has the numbers, the moments, and the aura to change that. In 2025, he isn’t just chasing yards, he’s chasing history.

The third phase came up clutch for Notre Dame a year ago in the College Football Playoff. This fall, Special Teams Coordinator Marty Biagi’s units are undergoing some changes following key departures. We preview the Irish’s special teams units here.

A closer look at why the AP and Coaches Poll can’t agree on the Irish, and what it means for their playoff hopes.

As fall camp rolls on, a name that has been consistently mentioned among top performers is Virginia transfer wide receiver Malachi Fields. We explore the highly-rated transfer’s career up to this point and what Notre Dame can expect from the wideout here.

Notre Dame’s NFL Newcomers - Notre Dame’s newest NFL exports are making noise as the 2025 NFL season gets underway.

As recruiting efforts turn towards the 2027 cycle, there is a WR on Notre Dame's radar that is currently the No. 2 prospect in the nation at his position. Monshun Sales, who plays his high school ball at Lawrence North in Indianapolis is a composite 5-star WR who has landed 36 offers before his Junior season begins.

When it comes to surprises, good or bad, college football is chock-full of them. The Notre Dame Fighting Irish are no exception, as each...

Kemon Spell, who has been committed to the Nittany Lions for just about a year, is the number one running back in the 2027 class and the number one player in the state of Pennsylvania. Spell, who picked up an official offer from Notre Dame in March of 2025, has now set an "unofficial" visit to South Bend in September for the Texas A&M game. Can Seider once again work his magic and reel in an elite blue-chip talent away from his former employer?

With Notre Dame football players back on campus and camp slated to begin tomorrow, we preview what fans can keep an eye on as we approach week one.

A lyrical, deeply researched history of Notre Dame Stadium—from Brownson’s lawns and Cartier Field to Rockne’s bowl, Campus Crossroads, and the CFP era.

There is little doubt that Notre Dame's running back room is stacked this season. Jeremiyah Love headlines this room as one of the best players in the country, but this room also boasts impressive depth.

With fall camp and a new season around the corner, it is time to start thinking about which freshmen will stand out in a fashion similar to the way Leonard Moore and Anthonie Knapp did a year ago. Here are three newcomers, all of whom attended spring practice as early enrollees, to watch for this fall:

For generations, Notre Dame has built its brand on a rich history, deep tradition, and on field success. But, over the last few years, something has changed. South Bend has quickly become a premier destination for the sons of NFL stars - and that’s no accident. 

With 50 days until a new season kicks off, five Notre Dame Fighting Irish football stars have earned preseason All-American nods from at least one national magazine. We look at the select group projected to have stellar years below: