On this episode of The Echoes with Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana, helmets and shoulder pads are officially on as Notre Dame kicks off fall training camp. Mike shares stories from his days in South Bend and compares his experiences under Charlie Weis and Brian Kelly.

The duo also breaks down which Irish players could break out on both sides of the ball this season, and which position group is under the most pressure heading into the fall.

Later, Mike and Jess react to USC’s reluctance to commit to continuing the historic rivalry with Notre Dame. Despite comments from Lincoln Riley suggesting interest, the Trojans have yet to schedule the Irish moving forward, raising questions about one of college football’s most iconic matchups.

The episode wraps up with a recruiting update as Notre Dame lands a commitment from 2027 four-star quarterback Teddy Jarrard out of Georgia—six months after the Irish defeated UGA in the Sugar Bowl. Mike reflects on his own recruiting journey and how the process has evolved over time. Plus, the show touches on Notre Dame-related stories in the WNBA and Premier Lacrosse League.

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