By Mike Sullivan
Freeman may be a relatively inexperienced head coach, but he's navigating the new era of college football flawlessly. Notre Dame is in a much better spot because of him.
Would 9-3 really be that bad? Pretty obvious we were in every game. Are we headed in the right direction?
Huge win over USC resurrects ND from the depths of despair. Can they make a run and win out?
Louisville is undefeated and will challenge an emotionally drained ND team. Can the Irish rise again?
Notre Dame let one get away. Is how they let it get away going to have lasting ramifications?
Notre Dame has been firing on all cylinders as of late. Even though we don't have as many NFL prospects as OSU, are we the better team at this point in the season?
Special Edition: Mike Bradley, class of '67, interviews the head coach of the row team, Quinn Klocke as they discuss the recent national attention the program has received.
Notre Dame has playmakers on both sides of the ball. In game adjustments are clearly making a difference. Could this be the year?
NC State in a different category than first 2 opponents. Will the Irish still execute at the same level and win convincingly?
Is this 2023 Notre Dame team different than years past? Do we finally have an elite QB who can supplement a stout running game? This year is looking very bright, for now....
Does Notre Dame have the missing piece at QB that translates into a Playoff run? Or is this another build up for a run over the next couple of years?
Is Tyler Buchner auditioning for 2023? Can the Irish avoid the distractions and close out 2022 with a solid win? Listen Now (Audio only)
What is the state of the ND program? Is the USC game indicative of where we are now? Listen Now (Audio only)
Notre Dame needs to contain Caleb Williams. Can the defense slow down the USC offense and keep the score in the low 30's?? Listen Now (Audio only)
Irish look like a top 10 team at this point, can they win the next 2 games and then upset USC? Listen Now (Audio only)
Irish need to be disciplined and creative offensively. In-game adjustments could be the difference for the Irish to have a chance of beating Clemson. Listen Now (Audio only)
Irish facing season defining game? Is this a must win situation for Marcus Freeman? Listen Now (Audio only)
3-3 is not what we were anticipating. What can Freeman do to get things back on track? Listen Now (Audio only)
Definitely a few things to correct, but the Irish are improving for sure. Can they keep it up? Listen Now (Audio only)
With momentum on their side, can the Irish avoid any distractions and come out with a win? Listen Now (Audio only)
The Irish offense finally breaks out against UNC. Is there noticeable improvement or were they just that bad? Listen Now (Audio only)
Freeman finally gets his first win. What needs to happen moving forward? Listen Now (Audio only)
Freeman 0-3 at ND. Can he inspire his team to a must win against Cal? Listen Now (Audio only)
The Irish came to play again for the second game in a row, but let it get away in the 2nd half. Can they make adjustments and put themselves in the Playoff picture by the end of the season? Listen Now...
We can't both be #5 and also 17.5 point underdog, so which one is more realistic? If we find success early running the football, the Irish will keep it close. Listen Now (Audio only)
Can Freeman win at #2 OSU and would that win legitimize elite status for ND Football? Rees will have free reign for sure with the offense. Can Buckner settle down and deliver without too many mistakes? Listen Now (Audio only)
Lots of issues going on for the game, but can Freeman handle all the distractions and focus the team on the task at hand? Plenty of emphasis on this game but in the end, does it really matter much in...
Did the Irish just increase their chances with winning a National Championship? Freeman could be the guy! Energy level just went through the roof! Listen Now (Audio only)
Is Desmond Howard right in that Brian Kelly has reached his ceiling at ND and should move on? (Yeah right) Can the Irish finish strong and sneak into the CFP for the 3rd time in 4 years? Listen Now (Audio...
11-1 is likely now for Notre Dame. Do we really want to play Georgia in the first round of CFP or win a New Years 6 to get the monkey off our back? Listen Now (Audio only)
Triple-option will mean less possessions and more pressure to make every drive count. Early score will be the key to success for the Irish. Listen Now (Audio only)
Do the Irish continue to improve offensively? Is there a major concern without Hamilton? Likely another close Irish win. Listen Now (Audio only)
Coan will start, but how much does he play? Expect as much of Buchner as he can handle. Likely a close Irish win. Listen Now (Audio only)
Seems logical Pyne will be the starter. Is he capable of lasting the entire game? What's a reasonable expectation of an Irish win? Listen Now (Audio only)
Notre Dame continues to improve, but can they beat Cincy without a rushing attack? Look for 150 yards to be the over/under on an Irish win. Expect a lot from backup QB whether it's Buchner or Pyne. Listen Now (Audio...
It's likely there are one of two scenarios playing out against Wisconsin. Either we continue to make great strides and improve in the areas we need to, or Wisconsin will expose the weaknesses that are currently plaguing this Irish team....
The good and the bad of FSU. Yes, there were some blunders in Tallahassee, but are they fixable? Irish should improve over the next 2 games. Listen Now (Audio only)
After losing 9 starters, why all the buzz that ND could make it back to the CFP again this year? Is that crazy or is there some rational thinking behind this? Listen Now (Audio only)
Are we making progress toward ultimately being in a position to win the National Championship? We can make the Playoffs, that's for sure, but can we win it all? Listen Now (Audio only)
Are we better than the 2012 Irish team? If so, why don't we stand a better chance? Was the Clemson lost a result of missed opportunities? Listen Now (Audio only)
Irish on high note entering Clemson game. Can they maintain the momentum they've built? Another recruiting class to celebrate as well. Listen Now (Audio only)
Irish dominate Ga Tech. Can they outduel Clemson at home? Listen Now (Audio only)
Irish shine defensively. Book throws for over 300 yards but are there some concerns with his technique? Listen Now (Audio only)
Irish struggle against Louisville at home but do come away with a win. Is this a blip or something to be concerned about vs. Pitt? Listen Now (Audio only)
Not a perfect win against FSU, but a win nonetheless. Is the running game as good as the stats say? Offense should overwhelm Louisville. Listen Now
ND starts the ACC season on the right foot. More to come? Any concerns with the lackluster 1st half offensively? Listen Now
ND is in a conference. Schedule looks manageable. Is this the year we finally bring home the championship? Listen Now
Iowa State lost to 4 ranked teams by a total of 11 points, including a 1 point loss to Playoff team Oklahoma. The Irish manhandled the Cyclones and punctuated a heck of a 2019 season. Listen Now
The college football bowl season has been upended a lot over the last 2-3 years. Does a bowl win or loss carry the weight it used to? Listen Now