Download the Kalshi app and use code ATOZ to get $20 when you trade $20. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Sign up today: Sponsor Disclosure: Kalshi: 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see kalshi.com/regulatory. Notre Dame football is finally back, and Ryan Roberts has made his official prediction for the Fighting Irish's 2026 season opener against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field. Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: For More Notre Dame coverage follow us here: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: Ryan is predicting Notre Dame to DOMINATE the Badgers by a final score of 37-13. The Fighting Irish enter the season with national championship expectations, while Wisconsin is trying to establish itself under Luke Fickell. Ryan believes the difference in talent, experience and roster depth will ultimately be too much for the Badgers to overcome. The biggest question for Wisconsin will be whether it can establish the run and use quarterback Colton Joseph's athleticism to keep the Notre Dame defense off balance. Joseph averaged more than six yards per carry and ran for more than 1,000 yards last season, giving Wisconsin a legitimate weapon in the quarterback run game. Wisconsin also has an explosive running back in Abu Sama III and a talented group behind him, giving the Badgers multiple ways to try to control the clock and shorten the game. But Ryan believes Notre Dame's defense will eventually take over. The Fighting Irish have tremendous depth along the defensive line, particularly at defensive tackle, with players such as Francis Brew, Tione Gray, Jason Onye, Sean Sevillano and Elijah Hughes competing for significant snaps. Notre Dame also has a deep group of defensive ends capable of creating pressure. Ryan believes Notre Dame needs to create negative plays early, make Colton Joseph uncomfortable and force Wisconsin into obvious passing situations. On offense, the biggest question may be how quickly Notre Dame's revamped offensive line comes together. Several starters are entering the season at new positions, including Will Black, Anthonie Knapp, Styles Prescod and Guerby Lambert. Ryan believes the Irish have plenty of talent up front, but their ability to create movement in the run game will be critical. Ryan also expects CJ Carr to make explosive plays through the air. With Carr entering his second season as Notre Dame's starting quarterback and a deep group of wide receivers around him, Ryan believes the passing game can provide the explosive plays that ultimately separate the Fighting Irish from Wisconsin. So can Notre Dame live up to its massive expectations in Week 1? Will Colton Joseph and Wisconsin's running game cause problems? Can the Notre Dame offensive line establish itself? And does Ryan's 37-13 prediction come true? Ryan Roberts breaks down the Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin matchup and gives his official score prediction on A to Z Sports. Subscribe for Notre Dame Fighting Irish football news, analysis, recruiting updates, transfer portal coverage, roster breakdowns and year-round college football content. 0:00 Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin Prediction 0:35 Ryan Roberts' Official Score Prediction 1:17 Why Notre Dame Has Championship Expectations 2:25 Wisconsin's Path To An Upset 3:20 Ryan's 37-13 Prediction 4:06 Wisconsin Will Try To Run The Football 4:25 Colton Joseph's Biggest Weapon 4:47 Abu Sama III & Wisconsin's RB Room 5:50 How Notre Dame Will Attack Wisconsin 6:36 Notre Dame's New-Look Offensive Line 7:54 Notre Dame's Defensive Tackle Depth 8:16 Notre Dame's Pass Rush Must Create Negatives 8:50 Final Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin Prediction #notredame #notredamefightingirish #notredamefootball

Download the Kalshi app and use code ATOZ to get $20 when you trade $20. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Sign up today: Sponsor Disclosure: Kalshi: 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see kalshi.com/regulatory. Notre Dame football is entering the 2026 season with massive expectations, and Ryan Roberts is making some of his boldest Fighting Irish predictions yet. Ryan is predicting Notre Dame to go 12-0 during the regular season including wins over two of the biggest challenges on the schedule in BYU and Miami. But that's not even his biggest prediction. For the first time since Ryan entered the media industry in 2018, he is predicting Notre Dame to WIN the national championship. Ryan explains why he believes this Notre Dame team has everything it needs to make that kind of run. The Fighting Irish return Marcus Freeman and their coordinators, have a second-year starting quarterback in CJ Carr, have continued recruiting at an elite level and have depth throughout the roster. Notre Dame still has questions to answer. The offensive line needs to develop chemistry, the defensive tackle rotation needs to prove itself, and the Fighting Irish have to replace the production of Jeremiah Love and Dorian Price. The wide receiver room also has plenty of competition and questions heading into the season. But Ryan is buying stock in this team. One of his biggest individual predictions is that Jordan Faison will become Notre Dame's first 1,000-yard receiver in several years. Faison had more than 600 receiving yards in 12 games last season, and Ryan believes focusing exclusively on football after stepping away from lacrosse will help him take another major step forward. Ryan is also predicting a breakout season for Armel Mukim, who he believes can record 10 or more tackles for loss after climbing to the top of Notre Dame's defensive tackle depth chart following an offseason filled with adversity. And Ryan is sticking with one of his biggest Notre Dame defensive predictions: Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa will be an All-American in 2026. Can Notre Dame really go 12-0? Will Jordan Faison become a 1,000-yard receiver? Can Armel Mukem emerge as a dominant defensive tackle? And is this finally the year the Fighting Irish win another national championship? Ryan Roberts gives his boldest Notre Dame football hot takes and predictions for the 2026 season. Subscribe for Notre Dame Fighting Irish football news, recruiting updates, transfer portal coverage, roster analysis and year-round college football content. 0:00 Ryan Roberts' 2026 Notre Dame Predictions 0:29 The 12-0 Notre Dame Prediction 1:24 Notre Dame's Biggest Tests: Miami & BYU 3:05 Notre Dame Will WIN The National Championship 3:44 Why Notre Dame Can Win It All 4:54 Ryan Is Buying Stock In Notre Dame 5:19 Jordan Faison Will Have 1,000+ Receiving Yards 7:18 Armel Mukim Will Have 10+ Tackles For Loss 8:43 Kingston Viliamu-Asa Will Be An All-American 9:32 Ryan's Final Notre Dame Prediction Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: For More Notre Dame coverage follow us here: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: #notredame #notredamefightingirish #notredamefootball

Notre Dame football opens the 2026 college football season against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, and Ryan Roberts believes the Fighting Irish need to make a statement immediately. Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: For More Notre Dame coverage follow us here: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: Ryan breaks down the biggest things he wants to see from Notre Dame in the season opener. First, Notre Dame needs to start fast. The Fighting Irish have experienced frustrating starts under Marcus Freeman, and Ryan doesn't want to see another slow opening against Wisconsin. Notre Dame enters the season with national championship expectations, while Wisconsin is trying to establish itself under head coach Luke Fickell. Ryan believes the Irish need to come out with energy, physicality and urgency and establish control early. The second major storyline is CJ Carr. Notre Dame's running game could look different in 2026 after losing the explosive production of Jeremiah Love and Dorian Price. Ryan still expects the Fighting Irish to run the football effectively, but believes Notre Dame will need more explosive plays through the air. That puts pressure on Carr and a deep Notre Dame wide receiver room featuring Jordan Faison, Jaden Greathouse, Micah Gilbert, Mylan Graham, Quincy Porter and a talented group of young receivers. Ryan also explains why he will be watching the offensive line closely. Notre Dame has tremendous talent up front, but several players are taking on new roles, including Will Black at left tackle, Guerby Lambert at right tackle and Anthonie Knapp at left guard. The right guard and center combination also remains something to monitor. On defense, Ryan has confidence in Notre Dame's secondary but wants to see how Christian Gray performs at nickel, who emerges at field corner and, most importantly, who becomes the Fighting Irish's second major pass-rush threat behind Boubacar Traore. Ryan also breaks down how Notre Dame can maximize Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa and why his versatility could make him one of the most important players on the defense. What does Notre Dame need to show against Wisconsin? Can CJ Carr create enough explosive plays? Will the offensive line gel quickly? And who steps up as Notre Dame's secondary pass rusher? Ryan Roberts gives his complete Notre Dame football season-opener preview on A to Z Sports. Subscribe for Notre Dame Fighting Irish football news, analysis, recruiting coverage, transfer portal updates, roster breakdowns and year-round college football content. 0:00 What Notre Dame Must Show Against Wisconsin 0:33 Why This Game Is About Notre Dame 1:37 Notre Dame Needs To Start FAST 3:18 Make A Statement At Lambeau Field 3:50 CJ Carr Must Take The Next Step 4:17 Notre Dame Needs More Passing Explosives 5:12 Can The Offensive Line Gel Quickly? 6:23 What To Watch On Defense 6:47 How Notre Dame Should Use KVA 7:35 Who Is The Second Pass Rusher? 8:18 The Biggest Thing Notre Dame Must Prove #notredame #notredamefightingirish #notredamefootball

Notre Dame football opens the 2026 season against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, and Ryan Roberts is breaking down the Wisconsin players the Fighting Irish need to stop to avoid an upset bid. Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame enter the season with massive College Football Playoff and national championship expectations. Wisconsin enters the matchup as a significant underdog, but that doesn't mean the Badgers don't have players capable of creating problems. The biggest one may be quarterback Colton Joseph. Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: For More Notre Dame coverage follow us here: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: The Old Dominion transfer is a dynamic dual-threat quarterback whose greatest weapon may be his ability to create plays with his legs. Ryan explains why Wisconsin is likely to use designed quarterback runs, zone reads and power reads to get Joseph involved and potentially keep Notre Dame's defense on the field. If Joseph can consistently convert difficult third downs with his legs, Wisconsin can shorten the game and limit Notre Dame's opportunities. Ryan also identifies running back Abu Sama III as a player Notre Dame needs to stop early. The Iowa State transfer brings explosive ability to the Badgers' backfield and could become especially dangerous if Notre Dame's linebackers and safeties begin overplaying Joseph in the run game. Then there's wide receiver Eugene Hilton Jr. The son of former NFL star T.Y. Hilton, Eugene Hilton Jr. gives Wisconsin a potential downfield weapon. Ryan doesn't believe Notre Dame needs to dedicate a defender like Leonard Moore to shadow Hilton around the field, but he does believe the Fighting Irish secondary needs to know where Hilton is on every snap. On the offensive line, Ryan highlights Kevin Heywood. The 6-foot-9, 320-pound tackle is returning from injury and brings significant size and physicality to the Wisconsin offensive front. If Wisconsin can win at the point of attack, the Badgers have a better chance of controlling the clock and keeping Notre Dame's explosive offense on the sideline. Finally, Ryan discusses linebacker Mason Posa, a versatile sophomore who can line up at either linebacker spot and create pressure from different areas of the defense. Which Wisconsin players should Notre Dame be most worried about? Can Colton Joseph create enough with his legs to keep Wisconsin in the game? Will Abu Sama III provide explosive runs? And can Notre Dame's secondary shut down Eugene Hilton Jr.? Ryan Roberts breaks down the five Wisconsin players the Fighting Irish need to stop in the 2026 season opener. Subscribe for Notre Dame Fighting Irish football news, analysis, recruiting coverage, transfer portal updates, roster breakdowns and year-round college football content. 0:00 The Wisconsin Players Notre Dame Must Stop 0:29 Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin Preview 1:23 Colton Joseph Is The Biggest QB Threat 2:41 How Wisconsin Can Shorten The Game 3:09 Abu Sama III Can Create Explosives 4:53 Eugene Hilton Jr. Is Wisconsin's WR Threat 6:05 Notre Dame's Secondary Has The Advantage 6:34 Kevin Heywood Can Set The Tone 7:41 Mason Posa Could Disrupt Notre Dame 8:42 Another Wisconsin Edge Threat To Watch #notredame #notredamefightingirish #notredamefootball

Notre Dame football has several players emerging from fall camp who could play much bigger roles than expected during the 2026 season. Ryan Roberts from A to Z Sports breaks down the biggest Fighting Irish fall camp surprises the players who entered the offseason with limited expectations but have forced their way into the conversation for significant playing time. Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: For More Notre Dame coverage follow us here: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: The biggest offensive surprise starts with wide receiver Matt Jeffrey. The redshirt sophomore entered the offseason as a player many Notre Dame fans were not discussing as a major contributor, but his performance during fall camp has completely changed that. Ryan explains why Jeffrey's competitiveness, ability through contact and versatility could earn him a legitimate role behind Notre Dame's top wide receivers. Ryan also discusses tight end Jack Larsen, another member of Notre Dame's talented 2024 recruiting class who appeared to be buried on the depth chart entering the offseason. Instead, Larsen has developed into a player competing for the tight end three role thanks to his improved physical development, strong hands and ability to make plays. On defense, Ryan highlights Armel Mukam, a former highly regarded recruit who has taken time to develop physically in South Bend. After nearly entering the transfer portal, Mukim returned to Notre Dame and now appears ready to compete for significant snaps at defensive tackle. The Fighting Irish secondary continues to prove its depth as well. Jayden Sanders, a transfer cornerback from Michigan, has emerged as a legitimate competitor for the starting field cornerback job despite Notre Dame already adding DJ McKinney and returning elite talent like Leonard Moore and Christian Gray. Finally, Ryan discusses Styles Prescod, whose strong offseason has unexpectedly put him into the conversation for the starting right guard position. These players represent something bigger for Notre Dame football: improved depth across the roster. Can Matt Jeffrey become a real weapon for CJ Carr? Is Armel Mukam ready for a breakout season? How good can Notre Dame's secondary become? And which unexpected player will make the biggest impact in 2026? Ryan Roberts breaks down the biggest Notre Dame football fall camp surprises on A to Z Sports. Subscribe for Notre Dame Fighting Irish football news, recruiting updates, transfer portal coverage, roster breakdowns and year-round analysis. 0:00 Notre Dame's Biggest Fall Camp Surprises 0:33 Why These Players Matter 1:17 Matt Jeffrey Is Emerging At Wide Receiver 3:02 Jack Larsen's Unexpected Rise 4:51 Armel Mukam Finally Breaking Through 6:29 Jayden Sanders Keeps Impressing 7:57 Styles Prescod Enters The Right Guard Battle 8:47 Final Thoughts On Notre Dame's Depth #NotreDame #NotreDameFootball #FightingIrish #CollegeFootball #GoIrish

Notre Dame football has a GREAT problem at cornerback heading into the 2026 college football season. Ryan Roberts from A to Z Sports breaks down the Fighting Irish field cornerback battle between DJ McKinney and Jaden Sanders and explains why this competition is actually a sign of how far Marcus Freeman's program has come. Entering the season, most expected Colorado transfer DJ McKinney to be the favorite to start at field cornerback. McKinney was brought to South Bend with significant expectations after being viewed as a potential NFL Draft selection, and Ryan explains why he still believes McKinney is the most likely starter for Notre Dame. But Jaden Sanders has completely changed the conversation. After transferring from Michigan, Sanders has impressed throughout the offseason and fall camp, earning a legitimate opportunity to compete for the starting role. Ryan explains why Sanders' development has been one of the biggest surprises of Notre Dame's preseason and why his versatility could make him a major part of the Fighting Irish defense regardless of whether he starts at field corner. The bigger story, though, is what this says about Notre Dame's secondary. For years, Notre Dame fans watched the program search for answers in the defensive backfield. Now, the Fighting Irish have an entirely different issue: too many talented defensive backs competing for playing time. Ryan breaks down how Leonard Moore, DJ McKinney, Jaden Sanders, Dallas Golden, Mark Zachary and a talented safety group have transformed Notre Dame's secondary into one of the deepest units in college football. The field cornerback battle is not a concern. It is evidence of elite recruiting, development and roster building under Marcus Freeman, Mike Mickens and the Notre Dame coaching staff. Who should start between DJ McKinney and Jaden Sanders? How good can this Notre Dame secondary be in 2026? And does the Fighting Irish defense have the best defensive back group in college football? Ryan Roberts gives his full Notre Dame football analysis on A to Z Sports. Subscribe for Notre Dame Fighting Irish football news, roster breakdowns, recruiting coverage, transfer portal updates and year-round analysis. #NotreDame #NotreDameFootball #FightingIrish #CollegeFootball #GoIrish Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: For More Notre Dame coverage follow us here: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: #notredame #notredamefightingirish #notredamefootball 0:00 Notre Dame Has A Great Problem At Cornerback 0:23 The Field Corner Battle Begins 1:12 Why This Position Is So Important 1:37 DJ McKinney vs. Jaden Sanders 2:42 Why Jaden Sanders Is Making A Push 4:14 Why DJ McKinney Is Still The Favorite 5:20 Notre Dame Has Too Much Secondary Talent 6:22 The Evolution Of Notre Dame's Defensive Back Room 7:29 The Future Of The Cornerback Room 8:08 Notre Dame May Have The Best Secondary In College Football

Notre Dame football still has one major offensive line question heading into the 2026 season: who will start at right guard? Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: For More Notre Dame coverage follow us here: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: Ryan Roberts from A to Z Sports breaks down the Fighting Irish's complicated right guard battle and explains why this position has become the biggest unanswered question on Marcus Freeman's roster before Notre Dame opens the season against Wisconsin. For much of the Notre Dame roster, the answers are clear. CJ Carr is the quarterback. The running back room is established. The wide receiver rotation is taking shape. The tackles and left guard spots appear to be settled. But right guard remains a mystery. Ryan explains why this position battle has taken several unexpected turns. Charles Jagusah would likely be the starter when healthy, but his ongoing recovery has created uncertainty. Sullivan Absher entered the offseason as the experienced option after stepping into a starting role in 2025, while redshirt freshman Matty Augustine emerged as a player Ryan believed could win the job before suffering a foot injury. Now Notre Dame is exploring even more possibilities. Could Ashton Craig move from center to right guard? Could Joe Otting become the starting center? Could Styles Prescod earn the starting role despite projecting more naturally as a tackle? Ryan breaks down every scenario and explains why the Fighting Irish coaching staff appears to still be searching for the best possible combination of five offensive linemen. The concern is not that Notre Dame lacks talent. The Irish offensive line has enormous upside entering 2026. The concern is finding the right combination, building chemistry and making sure the unit is ready when Notre Dame opens the season at Lambeau Field against Wisconsin. Could the right guard battle impact Notre Dame's championship expectations? Who should start between Sullivan Absher, Ashton Craig, Joe Otting and Styles Prescod? And should Fighting Irish fans actually be worried? Ryan Roberts gives his full Notre Dame football analysis on A to Z Sports. Subscribe for Notre Dame Fighting Irish football news, roster breakdowns, recruiting coverage, transfer portal updates and year-round analysis. 0:00 Notre Dame's Biggest Remaining Position Question 0:23 Most Of The Starting Lineup Is Set 1:21 Why Right Guard Is Different 1:45 Charles Jagusah Changes Everything 2:29 Sullivan Absher vs. Matty Augustine 4:19 The Ashton Craig Possibility 5:22 Styles Prescod Enters The Battle 6:08 Why Notre Dame Fans Should Pay Attention 7:18 The Concern With Styles Prescod At Guard 9:02 Should Fans Be Worried? 9:24 Final Thoughts On Notre Dame's Offensive Line #NotreDame #NotreDameFootball #FightingIrish #CollegeFootball #GoIrish

Notre Dame will win the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship. Ryan Roberts is planting his flag on Marcus Freeman, CJ Carr and the Fighting Irish entering a season with championship expectations in South Bend. This isn't simply a prediction that Notre Dame CAN compete for a national title. Ryan explains why he believes the Fighting Irish WILL win it all in 2026 and why this roster may be better equipped to finish the job than any Notre Dame team he's watched in years. It starts with continuity under Marcus Freeman. Notre Dame returns its head coach along with offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock, defensive coordinator Chris Ash and special teams coordinator Marty Biagi. In a college football environment defined by constant roster and coaching movement, that familiarity could become a significant advantage for the Fighting Irish. Then there's CJ Carr. Carr returns after throwing for 2,741 yards, 24 touchdowns and only six interceptions while completing more than 66% of his passes in 2025. Ryan explains why the confidence surrounding Carr entering 2026 feels different from what Notre Dame fans have experienced at quarterback in a long time and why his continued development could be the biggest ingredient in a championship run. But Notre Dame's case goes well beyond quarterback. Ryan breaks down why the Fighting Irish offensive and defensive lines might be as deep and talented as he's seen during his Notre Dame fandom. Will Black, Guerby Lambert, Ashton Craig and a deep collection of offensive line options give Notre Dame significant talent up front, while Bryce Young and a loaded defensive front could allow the Irish to attack opponents in waves. That depth matters when Notre Dame gets into College Football Playoff games against the best teams in the country. Finally, this roster has legitimate star power. From Carr on offense to Leonard Moore and other potential difference-makers on defense, Notre Dame has players capable of deciding games when the margin gets tight. Ryan has historically been cautious about predicting Notre Dame to finally reach the mountaintop. Not this year. Why is 2026 different? Is CJ Carr ready to lead a championship offense? Are Notre Dame's offensive and defensive lines deep enough to match the elite programs in college football? And does Marcus Freeman finally have the roster capable of bringing a national championship back to South Bend? Ryan Roberts breaks it all down on A to Z Sports Notre Dame. Subscribe for Notre Dame Fighting Irish football analysis, reactions, roster breakdowns, recruiting conversation and year-round coverage from A to Z Sports. 0:00 Notre Dame WILL Win The National Championship 0:15 Why 2026 Feels Different 1:43 Ryan Plants His Flag 2:02 Marcus Freeman's Biggest Advantage 3:34 Why CJ Carr Changes Everything 5:15 Notre Dame Is Loaded In The Trenches 6:41 How Good Can This Defensive Line Be? 8:39 Notre Dame Has Championship Star Power 9:28 Why Ryan Believes Notre Dame Wins It All Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: For More Notre Dame coverage follow us here: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: #NotreDame #NotreDameFootball #FightingIrish #CollegeFootball #GoIrish

Notre Dame's defensive line could be one of the BEST in all of college football in 2026, and a new predictive model has some massive expectations for the Fighting Irish pass rush. Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: For More Notre Dame coverage follow us here: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: #notredame #notredamefightingirish #notredamefootball Ryan Roberts breaks down the model's sack and quarterback pressure projections for Notre Dame's defensive line and examines which players could make the biggest impact this season. Boubacar Traore headlines the group as Notre Dame's top returning pass rusher, but the Fighting Irish have plenty of other defensive weapons capable of making an impact. Ryan discusses the potential for a BIG bounce-back season from Bryce Young, the massive upside of Alabama transfer Keon Keeley, and how Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa could become another dangerous piece of Notre Dame's pass rush. With Traore, Young, Keeley and Viliamu-Asa all capable of creating pressure, Notre Dame could have one of the deepest and most versatile defensive fronts in college football. The question is just how dominant this group can become in 2026. We'll break down Notre Dame football, Notre Dame's defensive line, Boubacar Traore, Bryce Young, Keon Keeley, Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, Notre Dame sack projections, quarterback pressure, pass rush, and the Fighting Irish's defensive outlook for the 2026 college football season. 0:00: How Notre Dame's can be Elite in 2026 0:25: Laying the Groundwork for Grok's Predictive Model 2:45: Boubacar Traore will Lead the Fighting Irish in Sacks 3:43: Bryce Young to Have a Breakout Year for Notre Dame 5:18: Keon Keeley takes a Leap in Year One with Notre Dame 6:22 Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa's Role in the Notre Dame Defense 7:09 How will Drayk Bowen Fit into Notre Dame's 2026 Plans? Could Notre Dame have the best defensive line in college football?

Notre Dame will NOT get the surprise defensive line reinforcement it could have had in 2026. Junior Tuihalamaka has been reinstated for another year of eligibility, but instead of returning to Notre Dame, he has elected to enter the transfer portal. Ryan Roberts reacts to the latest Junior Tuihalamaka news and discusses what his decision means for Notre Dame's defensive line heading into the 2026 college football season. Ryan also examines whether the Fighting Irish actually needed Tuihalamaka back given the talent and depth already on the defensive line. With Tuihalamaka now entering the transfer portal, Ryan also looks at where the former Notre Dame defensive lineman could potentially end up and what type of fit he could have at his next program. We'll break down Junior Tuihalamaka's eligibility, his decision to enter the transfer portal, Notre Dame's defensive line, the Fighting Irish defensive depth chart, potential transfer destinations, and what this means for Notre Dame football in 2026. Did Notre Dame actually need Junior Tuihalamaka back? Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: For More Notre Dame coverage follow us here: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: #notredame #notredamefightingirish #notredamefootball 0:00: Junior Tuihalamaka Retruns to College Football, But Not With Notre Dame 0:30 Ryan's Reaction to the Junior Tuihalamaka News and Quick Change 1:09: Junior Tuihalamaka Will Enter The Transfer Portal 2:22 Why Notre Dame Doe Not Need Junior Tuihalamaka 4:25 Junior Tuihalamaka's Decision to Return to College Football 6:08 Why Notre Dame's Defensive Line Room is Loaded 7:26 Where Junior Tuihalamaka may land in College Football