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Irish Breakdown
Irish Breakdown provides unmatched in-depth analysis of the Notre Dame Football program while also discussing hot college football topics. Bryan Driskell - A former college football coach, Bryan has been covering Notre Dame football for over a decade. Sean Stires - A long-time radio host in South Bend, Sean is the host of IB Nation Sports Talk and the play-by-play announcer for the Notre Dame Women’s Basketball team.
Episodes
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Notre Dame Football Ready to Break Individual Records In 2026
In today's show the IB team will discuss the records that Notre Dame can break in 2026, both team and individual records. That includes the 23-game win streak…
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Notre Dame Football Ready to Break Team Records In 2026
In today's show the IB team will discuss the records that Notre Dame can break in 2026, both team and individual records. That includes the 23-game win streak…
Irish BreakdownRapid Fire: New Green Notre Dame Jerseys, CJ Carr Questions, Marcus Freeman Talks Summer OTAs
Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Thoughts on Notre Dame's updated green jerseys they'll wear this season, is CJ Carr's readiness to shoulder the load the top…
Irish BreakdownRapid Fire: Notre Dame Fall Camp Anticipation, 2025 Likes And Dislikes, Curt Cignetti's Latest
Today's Rapid Fire topics include: We start with our anticipation for next week's start of Notre Dame fall training camp then talk about the things we will and…
Irish BreakdownNotre Dame Fall Training Camp Questions, An NIL Salary Cap And More
Irish Breakdown talks Notre Dame fall training camp and answers other listener questions on today's show. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store…
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Notre Dame Football Mailbag - Part IV
Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This…
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Notre Dame Football Mailbag - Part III
Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This…
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Notre Dame Football Mailbag - Part II
Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This…
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Notre Dame Football Mailbag - Part I
Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This…
Irish BreakdownLincoln Riley Keeps Pointing The Finger At Notre Dame
Southern Cal head coach Lincoln Riley took another shot at Notre Dame at Big Ten Media Days this week. We listen to his comments and discuss them on today's…
Irish BreakdownRapid Fire: Mad Dog Russo Rips Notre Dame's SoFi Sponsorship, What Would Be The Price For Notre Dame Stadium Naming Rights
Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Longtime radio and TV host Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo sounds off on Notre Dame's sponsorship with SoFi and we react. Would would…
Irish BreakdownRapid Fire: Notre Dame Inks Landmark SoFi Sponsorship, Future Irish Football Schedule Options
Today's Rapid Fire topics include: We start with the landmark sponsorship deal with SoFi Technologies that will see the Irish wear jersey logos in all sports…
Irish BreakdownMarcus Freeman's Biggest Challenges To Lead Notre Dame Football To A National Title
Irish Breakdown takes a look at some of the top challenges for Marcus Freeman as he attempts to lead Notre Dame football to a national championship this…
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Notre Dame Daily Mailbag
The IB team answers questions about Notre Dame football, Irish recruiting and college football in the latest installment of the Daily Mailbag. Shop for Irish…
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Ranking The Top WR Groups In College Football
Who has the best wide receiver room in college football? We rank the nation's top 10 receiver groups, debate the biggest differences, and hand out superlatives…
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Notre Dame Opponent Preview: A Look At The Miami Hurricanes
Can Miami take the next step from playoff contender to championship threat? We break down the Hurricanes' 2026 outlook, their biggest strengths and concerns…
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Notre Dame Line Recruiting Is Putting College Football On Notice
Notre Dame's dominance in the trenches is becoming a defining advantage, and the 2026 and 2027 recruiting classes are laying the foundation for one of the…
Irish BreakdownTexas Hesitancy Clouds Future Notre Dame Football Scheduling
Irish Breakdown debates whether the hesitancy Texas has about honoring its contract to play the Irish could foreshadow future similar scheduling issues. We…
Irish BreakdownRapid Fire: Does Nathaniel Hackett Doubt Jeremiyah Love, Shamrock Series Idea, EA Sports Simulates 2026 CFB Season
Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Should there be any concern that Notre Dame's schedule may not prepare them for tougher competition they would face in the…
Irish BreakdownComments From Darieon Prescott On Notre Dame Commitment, Why Bowl Games Are Like Prom
Irish Breakdown start with comments from 5-star edge rusher Darieon Prescott's commitment to Notre Dame on the Pat McAfee Show. We also revisit Texas coach…
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Notre Dame Buy/Sell/Hold - Part IV
Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part four of the segment. Shop for Irish Breakdown…
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Notre Dame Buy/Sell/Hold - Part III
Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part three of the segment. Shop for Irish Breakdown…
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Notre Dame Buy/Sell/Hold - Part II
Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part two of the segment. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear…
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Notre Dame Buy/Sell/Hold - Part I
Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part one of the segment. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear…
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Elite Five Star DE Darieon Prescott Commits To Notre Dame!
Notre Dame has picked up another major commitment, this time landing 2028 defensive end Darieon Prescott. The IB team breaks down every aspect of this pickup…
Irish BreakdownSteve Sarkisian Won't Commit To Playing Notre Dame Series
Irish Breakdown reacts to comments from Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian that casts doubt on whether the Longhorns will actually play Notre Dame in a home…
Irish BreakdownRapid Fire: Jaden Greathouse And Notre Dame Receivers, Should The Irish Ever Wear Black, Lane Kiffin SEC Filibuster
Today's Rapid Fire topics include: What will Jaden Greathouse's workload and role look like for the Notre Dame receiving corps this season? We hear comments…
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Notre Dame Football Mailbag - Part V
Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This…
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Notre Dame Football Mailbag - Part IV
Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This…
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Notre Dame Football Mailbag - Part III
Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This…
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Notre Dame Football Mailbag - Part II
Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This…
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Notre Dame Football Mailbag - Part I
Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This…
Irish BreakdownReaction To Four-Star Defensive Lineman Brayden Parks Committing To Notre Dame
Irish Breakdown reacts to the news that 4-star Chicago defensive lineman Brayden Parks has committed to Notre Dame. Parks announced his commitment as the show…
Irish BreakdownRapid Fire: ESPN Names Notre Dame Championship 'IFs', A Wild Lane Kiffin Take, Nick Saban On P4 Schedules
Today's Rapid Fire topics include: ESPN named three national championship "IFs" for Notre Dame football this season. We take a look at and dissect each of…
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Notre Dame Daily Mailbag
The IB team answers questions about Notre Dame football, Irish recruiting and college football in the latest installment of the Daily Mailbag. Shop for Irish…
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How Is Notre Dame Handling Lofty Expectations?
The IB team discusses how Notre Dame is embracing unprecedented preseason expectations as a legitimate national title contender. The show examines Marcus…
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Notre Dame Lands A Commitment From Big Time DT Brayden Parks!
Notre Dame has picked up another huge commitment in the 2027 class, this time landing talented defensive tackle Brayden Parks. The Irish Breakdown team dives…
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Marcus Freeman Talks Five For Five Rule Change
The IB team explores how the new "Five for Five" rule could accelerate the development of Notre Dame's talented 2026 recruiting class without sacrificing…
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Marcus Freeman Talks Fast Start For The 2026 Season
The IB team builds on Marcus Freeman's latest comments by explaining why a fast start is critical for Notre Dame's 2026 championship hopes. The show examines…
Irish BreakdownRapid Fire: Marcus Freeman Talks Brian Kelly, Ian Premer, Quincy Porter, Jaden Greathouse, Mylan Graham, Cooper Flanagan
Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Sean Stires and Vince DeDario react to comments from Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman on Brian Kelly, tight ends Ian…
Irish BreakdownRanking Notre Dame Football Position Group Depth And Mailbag Questions
Irish Breakdown talks Notre Dame football and answers listener questions about the Irish. Sean Stires and Vince DeDario rank the Irish position groups on…
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Ranking The Best Defensive Lines In College Football and Where Notre Dame Fits
The IB team ranks the top defensive lines in college football, breaking down the talent, production, and overall strength of each unit. The show also debates…
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Notre Dame Opponent Preview: Navy Midshipmen
The IB team previews Navy's 2026 season, examining how the Midshipmen will transition into the post-Blake Horvath era under Brian Newberry. The show breaks…
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Notre Dame’s Biggest “Ifs” In 2026
The IB team examines Notre Dame's biggest "ifs" heading into the 2026 season, comparing ESPN's key questions with their own. The show identifies the factors…
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Marcus Freeman Talks Injuries, CJ Carr and More
The IB team breaks down the biggest takeaways from Marcus Freeman's latest media session, highlighting the comments that matter most for Notre Dame's 2026…
Irish BreakdownMarcus Freeman Talks Charles Jagusah, Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, Backup Quarterback Competition And More
Irish Breakdown reacts to comments from Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman on a handful of topics. IB's Sean Stires was one of a handful of local…
Irish BreakdownRapid Fire: Marcus Freeman Discusses Notre Dame Future, Steve Angeli On ND Trials And Tribulations, Pat Narduzzi
Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Reaction to comments from Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman about wanting to retire at Notre Dame, what's our confidence…
Irish BreakdownAnaya Hardy Talks Hannah Hidalgo, Niele Ivey, Transferring To Notre Dame From Louisville
Irish Breakdown has an exclusive interview with Notre Dame women's basketball player Anaya Hardy. The former Louisville forward joins Sean Stires to discuss…
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ACC Coaches Continue Showing The Conference Isn’t Serious
The IB team reacts to recent comments from ACC coaches, arguing the conference's public messaging does more harm than good. The show examines bold claims from…
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USC Continues To Not Be A Serious Program
The IB team examines why USC continues to fall short of its blue-blood potential, arguing the Trojans prioritize image over substance. The show breaks down the…
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Notre Dame Daily Mailbag
The IB team answers questions about Notre Dame football, Irish recruiting and college football in the latest installment of the Daily Mailbag. Shop for Irish…
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Notre Dame’s Most Important Positions On Defense
The IB team ranks Notre Dame's defensive position groups based on their importance to a championship run in 2026. The show debates the value of each unit and…
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Notre Dame’s Most Important Positions On Offense
The IB team ranks Notre Dame's offensive position groups based on their importance to winning a national championship in 2026. The show debates the value of…
Irish BreakdownRapid Fire: Notre Dame Fall Camp Is Nearing, Irish New York Media Blitz, Brian Kelly, James Franklin
Today's Rapid Fire topics include: The start of Notre Dame fall training camp is 17 days away, thoughts on the impact of Marcus Freeman and Irish players doing…
Irish BreakdownCJ Carr Brings Big Expectations Into Notre Dame's 2026 Football Season
Irish Breakdown discusses CJ Carr being a preseason Heisman Trophy favorite and other topics surrounding the second year starting quarterback entering the 2026…
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Notre Dame Buy/Sell/Hold - Part V
Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part five of the segment. Shop for Irish Breakdown…
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Notre Dame Buy/Sell/Hold - Part IV
Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part four of the segment. Shop for Irish Breakdown…
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Notre Dame Buy/Sell/Hold - Part III
Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part three of the segment. Shop for Irish Breakdown…
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Notre Dame Buy/Sell/Hold - Part II
Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part two of the segment. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear…
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Notre Dame Buy/Sell/Hold - Part I
Irish Breakdown answers Buy/Sell/Hold submissions from Notre Dame fans about the Fighting Irish. This is part one of the segment. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear…