Despite its run to the national championship game Notre Dame still has its doubters. The Irish aren’t getting the same benefit of the doubt in the preseason rankings as other teams, including some they beat in 2024. Bryan and Trevor discuss why this is the case, but also talk about things Notre Dame does, in fact, need to prove.

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