Notre Dame football with Eric Hansen & Tyler James

Former Notre Dame wide receiver Matt Shelton (2001-05) joins the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss his book, Rising Thru Every Fall, why he felt compelled to share his story, how he stayed motivated as a young player, his most important year of spring football, why he found success under head coach Charlie Weis, building chemistry with quarterbacks, the key to overcoming mental hurdles as an injured player, his perspective on Marcus Freeman, his memory of the George O'Leary tenure, where his Notre Dame degree has led him and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (28:45). Find more information about Shelton's book here: https://www.risingthrueveryfall.com/ New BlueandGold.com subscribers get 50% off the first year of an annual subscription during our spring sale. Deal expires 4/21/26: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss the first third of Notre Dame's spring football practices. Topics include: • QB1 CJ Carr’s development and how the QB2 competition is unfolding • How the running back room is navigating limited spring numbers — and who could emerge once the group is healthy • Standouts in Notre Dame’s deep wide receiver room • How the linebackers are adjusting to new position coach Brian Jean-Mary and where the young LBs fit • Freshman standouts and early impressions from the 2026 class • The latest Notre Dame recruiting intel, buzz and behind-the-scenes scuttlebutt Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Notre Dame offensive lineman Mike Golic Jr. (2008-12), who co-hosts Golic & Golic and The Echoes, joins the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss his investment in ND's spring practices this year, which spring was most valuable during his playing career, the offensive line movement with Will Black, Anthonie Knapp and Guerby Lambert, fair expectations for Charles Jagusah, intrigue on ND's defensive line, NFL Draft values for Jeremiyah Love, Billy Schrauth and Aamil Wagner, the upcoming Golic Subpar Classic in April, what he likes about this ND men's lacrosse team and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (35:32). Find more information about The Golic Subpar Classic here: https://golicfamilyfoundation.com/ New BlueandGold.com subscribers get 50% off the first year of an annual subscription during our spring sale. Deal expires 4/21/26: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss their first impressions from Notre Dame's start to spring practice. Topics include: • Biggest takeaways from the spring debut • The most notable depth chart glimpses • The best performances and biggest surprises • Notre Dame’s Pro Day action • The latest Irish recruiting buzz Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss the first impressions they're looking for when Notre Dame starts spring practice. Topics include: • Stories and observations from Lou Holtz's funeral ceremonies • An early injury note from Marcus Freeman • What deserves the most attention at Friday’s first practice • How to distinguish a spring riser from a spring fluke • Freeman’s evolution as a head coach • The latest Irish recruiting buzz ahead of a major junior day weekend Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Notre Dame offensive lineman Trevor Ruhland (2015-19) joins the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss the response to sharing his struggles and recovery from an eating disorder after college and the search for meaning in a post-playing career, how he's spreading his message through speaking engagements, how he approached spring football during his ND career, how offensive linemen remain patient for playing time, the challenge of learning multiple positions, when starters need to develop chemistry, how winter workouts changed during his ND tenure and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (27:05). Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for just $1. Subscribe here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss if Notre Dame can start proving its "Leave No Doubt" manta right this spring. Topics include: • What the Irish can do this spring to lay groundwork for high expectations • Which weaknesses from the 2025 season still need fixing • 10 Notre Dame players who need a major spring surge • Early impressions of new Irish linebackers coach Brian Jean-Mary • What we learned from recent interviews with Notre Dame’s defensive newcomers • The latest Notre Dame recruiting intel and buzz Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss the NFL Combine, meeting another new Notre Dame coach and the early enrolled freshmen on offense. Topics include: • How former Irish players helped themselves at NFL Combine • Early impressions of DBs coach Aaron Henry • What we're learning from ND's early enrollees • Will Schweitzer's touching story • The latest Notre Dame recruiting buzz Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On3 national college football insider Pete Nakos discusses concerns over blind transferring, where Notre Dame football fits in the NIL/revenue sharing landscape, sorting through the legitimacy of NIL figures, the push for tampering enforcement, how ND fared in the transfer portal this offseason, if the college calendar will start to change soon, if the NFL is a real threat to hire Marcus Freeman, his personal rise as a national reporter and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (24:31). Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for just $1. Subscribe here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine, Notre Dame's participants and the NFL pipeline continuing in Marcus Freeman's program. Topics include: • Notre Dame’s 2026 NFL Combine invitees • Best NFL Draft sleepers and Combine snubs • Marcus Freeman’s player development track record • What we’re learning from Notre Dame’s transfer additions • Early impressions of DL coach Charlie Partridge • The latest Notre Dame recruiting buzz Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss Notre Dame's latest developments in February.Topics include:• Notre Dame’s expected additions to help coaching staff• Expectations for first press gathering with defensive line coach Charlie Partridge and transfer enrollees• An interesting transfer destination for former Irish player• How redshirting has evolved for Notre Dame• The latest Irish recruiting buzzPlus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST.Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube?Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James set the spring agenda for Marcus Freeman and the Irish — and look ahead to what truly matters for Notre Dame’s 2026 championship push.Topics include:• Former Notre Dame football players Julian Love, Rylie Mills win Super Bowl with Seattle Seahawks• ND's top spring practice objectives• What can be fixed this spring — and what can’t• Key takeaways from Notre Dame’s spring roster reveal• Candidates for breakout players in the 2026 season• Candidates to be late bloomers for ND• Players who are question marks for the Irish• The latest Notre Dame recruiting buzz and intelPlus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST.Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube?Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Prep Football Report's Tom Lemming discusses the impact of Notre Dame losing three assistant coaches on defense this offseason, the expectations for the coaches joining head coach Marcus Freeman's staff, what kind of transition should be expected, the impact Tre Reader makes on recruiting, how the skill set of a recruiter hasn't changed much throughout the years, projecting young prospects, his evaluations of incoming freshman quarterbacks Noah Grubbs and Teddy Jarrard, remembering Lou Holtz as a recruiter and more.Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (29:06).Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for just $1. Subscribe here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down Notre Dame's expected hire of Aaron Henry as defensive backs coach and the latest in the linebackers coach search.Topics include:• Henry's track record as a DBs coach• How Henry fits on ND's defensive staff• Al Washington's departure as ND's linebackers coach• Brian Mary-Jean becoming the leading candidate for LBs coach• WR Malachi Fields' hot draft stock• The latest Irish recruiting buzzPlus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST.Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube?Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down Notre Dame losing defensive backs coach Mike Mickens and the outlook of the 2026 roster.Topics include:• Mickens jumping to the NFL's Baltimore Ravens• ND's best player at every position in 2026 • The player with the most to prove at every position • The player who could raise the ceiling at every position • Top performers from 2025 • Notre Dame's 2026 schedule• The latest Irish recruiting buzzPlus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST.Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube?Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Notre Dame defensive lineman Jay Hayes (2014-17) discusses his return to ND as a regional director of athletics advancement, what his job entails, what attracted him to Notre Dame as a high schooler in New York City, stories of former defensive coordinators Brian VanGorder and Mike Elko, his experience as a graduate transfer at Georgia, learning a new defensive system as a transfer, his short-lived NFL experience, moving beyond his football career, head coach Marcus Freeman's leadership, the state of college football and more.Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (31:46).Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for just $1. Subscribe here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down Notre Dame’s transfer portal class, what it means for the depth chart, and the evolving role of admissions in modern roster building.Topics include:• What to know about Notre Dame’s transfer portal signees• How the newcomers project on the depth chart• The most important lessons learned from this portal cycle• Evaluating the full roster heading into spring practice• Marcus Freeman’s appearance on College GameDay• College Football Playoff National Championship Game takeaways• The latest Notre Dame recruiting buzzPlus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST.Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube?Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Singer, Notre Dame football recruiting insider for Blue & Gold, discusses when he started to believe the Irish were putting together an impressive transfer portal haul, how ND's undergraduate transfer shift impacts the program, why covering transfer portal recruiting is different, expectations for DE Keon Keeley and WRs Mylan Graham and Quincy Porter, the recent hires to ND's personnel staff, Marcus Freeman's appearance on College GameDay and more.Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (36:52).Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for the first year of an annual subscription at 50% off! Subscribe here:https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down Notre Dame's first four transfer portal additions, what's left for the Irish and much more. Topics include:• What we know about ND's transfer portal signees• Portal prospects still considering the Irish• What needs ND still needs to address• Grading ND's portal performance• The latest Irish recruiting buzzPlus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST.Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube?Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down the transfer portal opening and the latest coaching news for Notre Dame football.Topics include: • ND moving Al Washington to linebackers coach• The addition of Charlie Partridge as defensive line coach• Programs striking before Notre Dame this past weekend• Players who are expected to visit Notre Dame this week• Other portal names to know• The latest Irish recruiting buzzPlus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST.Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube?Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down transfer portal priorities, internal development, schematic questions, and recruiting momentum as the Irish move through a pivotal offseason.Topics include:• Marcus Freeman's contract extension• The latest roster departures, including DE Joshua Burnham and DT Donovan Hinish• Transfer portal priorities for the Irish• Players poised to rise during winter workouts and spring practice• Possible schematic changes on offense and defense• How Notre Dame maximized December without a bowl game• The latest Irish recruiting buzzPlus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST.Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube?Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down the latest ongoings in Notre Dame football's early offseason.In this episode: • What to make of latest Marcus Freeman/New York Giants speculation• The disruption of the Notre Dame-USC annual rivalry• Which Notre Dame players are still weighing NFL Draft decisions• Takeaways from the opening round of the College Football Playoff• The latest Irish recruiting buzzPlus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST.Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube?Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve Wiltfong, On3 and Rivals vice president of national college football recruiting and the transfer portal, joins the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss the current transfer portal climate, if Notre Dame should pursue a backup quarterback in the portal, other portal needs for the Irish, how well ND retains its players, which 2026 signees could play as freshmen for ND, if ND can continue to recruit at a high level, if missing out on the College Football Playoff will hurt recruiting and more.Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (29:15).Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for the first year of an annual subscription at 50% off! Subscribe here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down what comes next for Notre Dame football — from roster construction and coaching changes to recruiting momentum and offseason strategy. In this episode: ► Notre Dame’s top transfer portal priorities and roster needs ► Post-Heisman and All-America takeaways: who are the breakout stars for 2026? ► How Notre Dame can maximize development without a College Football Playoff appearance ► Marcus Freeman’s approach to unexpected roster turnover and assistant coaching changes Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Notre Dame offensive lineman Mike Golic Jr. (2008-12) joined the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss Notre Dame being left out of the College Football Playoff, the issues with the CFP process, how the ACC discussed ND in comparisons with Miami, the backlash of ND opting out of bowl season, what the 2009 team did when it passed on a bowl opportunity, the amount of development that can happen in bowl practices, his perspective on ND's offensive line, head coach Marcus Freeman's future, co-hosting The Echoes podcast and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (38:11). Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for the first year of an annual subscription at 50% off! Subscribe here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down the College Football Playoff committee's decision to drop Notre Dame from the playoff field in the eleventh hour. The Irish (10-2) were ranked No. 11 with No. 9 Alabama (10-3) and No. 10 Miami (10-2) taking the the final two spots in the playoff. In this episode: • What the CFP committee's decision missed • Notre Dame's decision to sit out bowl season • What fallout could come in the wake of Sunday's developments • How Notre Dame can take advantage of this snubbing • The latest Irish recruiting buzz Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Recruiting guru Tom Lemming joined a special live edition of the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss Notre Dame football recruiting from every angle. Lemming covered Notre Dame’s 2026 signees, what positions ND could target in the transfer portal, early names to know in the 2027 class and answered questions live from viewers. Tune in Monday at 7 p.m. EST for the next edition of Football Never Sleeps. Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for the first two days of an annual subscription for just $1! Subscribe here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down No. 9 Notre Dame's outlook following a 49-20 win at Stanford. The Irish (10-2) finished the regular season with 10 consecutive wins and will wait until Sunday to learn their College Football Playoff fate. In this episode: • What matters and what doesn't in CFP debates • Notre Dame's strongest selling points • The worst possible outcomes for Notre Dame this coming weekend • Observations of the national coaching carousel • The latest Irish recruiting buzz ahead of the early signing period Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss the biggest takeaways from No. 9 Notre Dame's 49-20 road win over Stanford. How did the Irish control the Cardinal? Let them explain. Postgame Takeaways is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount 📌 Subscribe for weekly Notre Dame football analysis, interviews, and team updates — all season long. Catch Football Never Sleeps live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST. Want to watch "Postgame Takeaways" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down No. 9 Notre Dame's outlook following a 70-7 win over Syracuse. The Irish (9-2) will take their final step in the playoff race when they play at Stanford (4-7) on Saturday. In this episode: • The latest injury and personnel updates from Marcus Freeman’s Monday press conference • Who must step up in Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa’s absence • How the Irish match up with the Cardinal in a late-night finale • What needs to happen nationally before Selection Sunday (Dec. 7) Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Football Never Sleeps is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for $1 for the first week of an annual subscription to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss the biggest takeaways from No. 9 Notre Dame's 70-7 home win over Syracuse. How did the Irish destroy the Orange? Let them explain. Postgame Takeaways is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount 📌 Subscribe for weekly Notre Dame football analysis, interviews, and camp updates — all season long. Catch Football Never Sleeps live on Monday at 8 p.m. EST. Want to watch "Postgame Takeaways" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Record-holding former Notre Dame running back Allen Pinkett (1982-85) joined the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss Notre Dame's 2025 season, the hardest part of his ND experience, what he finds so special about Irish running back Jeremiyah Love, how Love compares to the best backs in program history, the unselfishness of Love and fellow running back Jadarian Price, his advice for Price's upcoming NFL decision, ND's short-yardage issues, expectations for the Irish in the College Football Playoff and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (31:39). Third & Gold Podcast is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for the first week of an annual subscription for just $1! Subscribe here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down No. 9 Notre Dame's outlook following a 37-15 win at Pitt. The Irish (8-2) will take their next step in the playoff race when they host Syracuse (3-7) on Saturday. In this episode: • Takeaways from Marcus Freeman's press conference • Areas of confidence and concern in ND’s evolution • How the Irish can impress against Syracuse • Teams to monitor in CFP picture • The latest Irish recruiting buzz Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Football Never Sleeps is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for $1 for the first week of an annual subscription to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss the biggest takeaways from No. 9 Notre Dame's 37-15 road victory over No. 22 Pitt. How did the Irish beat the Panthers? Let them explain. Postgame Takeaways is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount 📌 Subscribe for weekly Notre Dame football analysis, interviews, and camp updates — all season long. Catch Football Never Sleeps live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Postgame Takeaways" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former CBS Sports national college football writer Dennis Dodd joins the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss if Notre Dame belongs in the College Football Playoff field, why so many folks are bothered by ND's independence once again, how many schools could pull off being an independent in college football, the fairness of the College Football Playoff rankings process, what to think of the Big 12's top teams, Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi's odd comments, the future for ND head coach Marcus Freeman and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (30:57). Third & Gold Podcast is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for the first week of an annual subscription for just $1! Subscribe here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down No. 9 Notre Dame's outlook following a 49-10 win over Navy. The Irish (7-2) will take their next step in a playoff race when they play at No. 23 Pittsburgh (7-2) on Saturday. In this episode: • Latest injury and personnel updates from Marcus Freeman’s Monday press conference • Notre Dame vs. Pitt: How the No. 9 Irish stack up against the No. 23 Panthers • What Notre Dame must clean up on its résumé before CFP Selection Sunday (Dec. 7) • Five deep reserves who impressed in the Navy blowout • Recruiting buzz: elite prospects visited South Bend this weekend Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Football Never Sleeps is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for $1 for the first week of an annual subscription to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss the biggest takeaways from No. 10 Notre Dame's 49-10 home victory over Navy. How did the Irish beat the Midshipmen? Let them explain. Postgame Takeaways is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount 📌 Subscribe for weekly Notre Dame football analysis, interviews, and camp updates — all season long. Catch Football Never Sleeps live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Postgame Takeaways" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Notre Dame kicker Mitch Jeter joins the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss how he navigated his lone season with the Irish in 2024, the severity of his groin injury, how long it impacted him, the challenge of practicing while dealing with pain, his experience making the game-winning field goal in the College Football Playoff semifinal against Penn State, replicating pressure in practice, how soccer players become kickers, the similarities between kicking and golfing, his path since Notre Dame and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (24:34). Third & Gold Podcast is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for the first week of an annual subscription for just $1! Subscribe here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down No. 10 Notre Dame's outlook following a 25-10 win at Boston College. The Irish (6-2) will take their next step in a playoff race when they host Navy (7-1) on Saturday night. In this episode: Takeaways from Marcus Freeman's press conference If the struggles at Boston College can be written off The challenges Navy may present Prediction for ND's first CFP ranking The latest Irish recruiting buzz Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Football Never Sleeps is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for $1 for the first week of an annual subscription to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss the biggest takeaways from No. 12 Notre Dame's 25-10 road victory over Boston College. How did the Irish beat the Eagles? Let them explain. Postgame Takeaways is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount 📌 Subscribe for weekly Notre Dame football analysis, interviews, and camp updates — all season long. Catch Football Never Sleeps live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Postgame Takeaways" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pro Football Focus analyst Dalton Wasserman discusses Notre Dame's RB duo of Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price, why QB CJ Carr has been so impressive, if ND's wide receivers are improved from last season, why the Irish offensive line hasn't graded particularly well, if competition level matters in PFF grades, the difficulty of grading offensive linemen in run blocking, the discrepancy between offense and defense grades, the improvement on ND's defense, what he's seen from CBs Leonard Moore and Christian Gray, the emergence of DE Boubacar Traore, the curious case of DE Bryce Young, the versatility of LB Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (26:39). Third & Gold Podcast is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/discount Blue & Gold subscription deal: New subscribers can sign up for the first week of an annual subscription for just $1! Subscribe here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.