THE ECHOES: A Podcast on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Notre Dame football beat Navy 35-13 to set up the biggest game of the season. Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down the win and preview Notre Dame vs Miami Hurricanes football. The Irish survived a sluggish first half against Navy with questionable plays and new injury concerns. Now all eyes turn to Miami. How can Notre Dame contain Heisman contenders Malachi Toney and Darian Mensah? Can the Irish limit Toney with changing coverages and extra help? Will the Notre Dame defense hold up against Miami's physical offensive line with depth tested by injuries? On offense, the keys for C.J. Carr and the Irish: stay committed to the run, get the ball out quickly, make Miami tackle in space, and give Carr chances to make plays downfield. Jess explains why she's still skeptical of Chris Ash's defense, while Mike shares his keys to a Notre Dame win in this college football showdown. Plus, Notre Dame basketball swept Villanova in Rome — both the men and women opened their seasons with wins in the Eternal City. Subscribe to The Echoes for Notre Dame football and Notre Dame basketball analysis, game previews and reaction from Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana. #NotreDameFootball #MiamiHurricanes #CollegeFootball 00:00 College football weekend conversation 07:04 Notre Dame’s 35–13 win over Navy 12:41 Navy’s questionable plays and the injury concerns 25:17 Miami preview: the biggest matchup of the season 26:12 How Notre Dame can defend Malachi Toney and Darian Mensah 30:04 Defensive line health and Miami’s physical offense 32:05 How C.J. Carr and the Irish offense can attack Miami 38:09 Jess’s concerns about Chris Ash’s defense 40:04 Mike’s keys to beating Miami 42:27 Notre Dame basketball sweeps Villanova in Rome 45:31 The women’s win and Hannah Hidalgo’s big game 50:59 Final thoughts on Notre Dame–Miami and the Rome sweep Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org.

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Notre Dame is 6-1 coming out of the bye week and Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana open The Echoes by unpacking why BYU's loss to UCF dragged ND's loss to BYU right back into focus. Mike and Jess then react to what Freeman actually said about where this team goes from here. The hosts make the case for why Jonaz Walton needs more opportunities, and dig into why the Irish defense has to improve — including what stood out in Freeman's comments on defensive play-calling and the offense's rotations. Then they look ahead to a strange week: Navy is next, but the Miami matchup — and what it could mean for Notre Dame's season — is already sitting there. Plus, Notre Dame basketball season is here. Sophomore forward Brady Koehler joins the show to talk about the Irish opening the season in Rome. Subscribe to The Echoes for Notre Dame football analysis, Marcus Freeman press conference reaction and College Football Playoff coverage all season. #NotreDame #FightingIrish #NotreDameFootball #MarcusFreeman #JonazWalton #NavyFootball #MiamiFootball #NotreDameBasketball #CollegeFootball #TheEchoes00:00 Notre Dame returns from the bye week 03:08 BYU loses to UCF—and Irish fans relive the frustration 08:51 Reacting to Marcus Freeman’s press conference 10:10 Why Jonaz Walton needs more touches 12:00 What needs to improve on defense 15:51 A strange Navy week with Miami looming 20:00 How the Miami game could shape Notre Dame’s season 25:23 Notre Dame basketball preview 28:00 Brady Koehler joins the show and talks hoops in Rome Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org.

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Notre Dame's First Loss: What Went Wrong and Why vs BYU in a tense 28-24 road defeat in Provo. On The Echoes, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down what went wrong for the Fighting Irish and what it means next. What went wrong for Notre Dame vs. BYU? CJ Carr's uneven night — some throws he'll want back, but also a brilliant two-minute drive that gave Notre Dame a chance to win it late. The hosts discuss the missed holding call on Jaden Greathouse and the Big 12's admission that time should have remained on the clock after the final pass fell incomplete. They also examine a Notre Dame defense that struggled early after losing Boubacar Traore, then adjusted and played winning football in the second half, including an interception that gave the Irish a chance to build a two-score lead. Credit to BYU too — the Cougars made key plays, and their defensive front won important battles. With the loss making Notre Dame's College Football Playoff path more difficult, what do the Irish need to do next? A look ahead to the bye week, the playoff picture and a pivotal matchup with Miami. Subscribe to The Echoes for Notre Dame football analysis, BYU game reaction and College Football Playoff coverage all season. #NotreDame #BYUFootball #CollegeFootball 00:00 Notre Dame’s first loss of the season 02:24 BYU’s home-field advantage and game recap 04:03 Boubacar Traore’s targeting penalty 07:48 Notre Dame’s defensive adjustments 10:27 CJ Carr’s performance and early offensive struggles 15:00 Missed chances and Notre Dame’s offensive execution 24:00 Halftime adjustments and the second-half turnaround 29:28 The defense gives Notre Dame a chance to win 35:35 The final drive and Big 12 clock controversy 40:00 Personnel decisions and play-calling questions 54:00 College Football Playoff picture and the road ahead 57:18 Why the Miami game matters for Notre Dame’s playoff hopes Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org.

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Notre Dame football DOMINATED Stanford 58-7 as Jonaz Walton ran for 181 yards & 2 TDs! Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break it all down on The Echoes. Notre Dame closed the first half of the season in emphatic fashion, routing Stanford 58-7 for its 16th straight double-digit win. On this episode of The Echoes, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down how the Irish dominated on both sides of the ball in the Notre Dame vs Stanford win. Freshman running back Jonaz Walton had a record-setting breakout with 181 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns, highlighted by a 97-yard scoring run — the longest in program history. Boubacar Traore set the tone up front with a disruptive performance to lead the Notre Dame defense. Mike and Jessica also hand out midseason grades for Notre Dame football through six games, from the improving run game and CJ Carr-led offense to a defense finding its stride. Plus, a full BYU football preview: College GameDay is headed to Provo for Notre Dame's biggest test of the year, with huge College Football Playoff stakes. What will it take for the Irish to win on the road in that atmosphere? Subscribe to THE ECHOES: A Podcast on the ND Fighting Irish for Notre Dame football recaps, previews, interviews and college football analysis every week. Go Irish! #NotreDameFootball #GoIrish #collegefootball Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org.

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Notre Dame football is 5-0! Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down the Fighting Irish's rain-soaked 37-26 Notre Dame vs North Carolina win in Chapel Hill and 15th straight double-digit victory on The Echoes: A Notre Dame Football Podcast. Notre Dame took care of Bill Belichick's Tar Heels behind a dominant ground game and the offensive line's most complete performance of the season. Mike and Jessica break down Notre Dame football highlights from Chapel Hill, including run-game dominance, a defense that shut down the opponent's run game again, pass rush and key takeaways, and CJ Carr's continued growth at quarterback. Then it's a Stanford preview as Notre Dame returns home to South Bend. Can the Irish get more playmakers involved and avoid a letdown vs Stanford quarterback Davis Warren and the Cardinal?Plus, an early look at the huge primetime top-15 showdown with BYU football in Provo on October 17 — what makes BYU's physical lines and talented backfield a serious test, and why Notre Dame has to handle Stanford first. Subscribe to The Echoes for Notre Dame football analysis, reactions and previews all season long with Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana — two ND alums talking all things Fighting Irish. #notredamefootball #GoIrish #collegefootball 00:00 Notre Dame beats North Carolina, moves to 5-0 04:35 Notre Dame’s run game takes over against UNC 08:45 Offensive line delivers its most complete performance 13:20 Breaking down Notre Dame’s goal-line play calls 16:10 Defensive concerns: UNC’s big tight end and late-game scores 19:30 How Bill Belichick and North Carolina found some offensive success 24:10 What the UNC win says about Notre Dame’s season so far 28:40 Skill-position rotation and getting more players involved 34:20 Injury updates and Notre Dame’s defensive depth 46:50 Stanford preview: what to expect from the Cardinal 51:45 Looking ahead to Notre Dame vs. BYU Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. #notredamefootball #GoIrish #CollegeFootball

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Notre Dame football stays rolling! Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana react to the Fighting Irish's dominant 49-10 win over Purdue — Notre Dame's program-record 14th straight double-digit victory. Marcus Freeman's defense delivered again. The guys break down the disruptive defensive line play and the emergence of Bryce Young as one of Notre Dame's most dynamic pass rushers. On offense, Mike and Jess discuss the tough news that wide receiver Quincy Porter will miss the rest of the season following knee surgery, what it means for receiver depth, and why Micah Gilbert's production is now even more important. Plus, they revisit the viral CJ Carr touchdown vs. Purdue — his competitive response after getting shoved at wide receiver — and why the Irish quarterback continues to look poised and decisive. Later, Notre Dame women's basketball freshman Jacy Abii joins The Echoes to talk her transition from Dallas to South Bend, the standard set by head coach Niele Ivey, and the excitement around a talented new Irish roster. Abii shares what she's learning from Hannah Hidalgo, her goals for her freshman season, Notre Dame's WNBA pipeline, team chemistry, campus life and more. If you live for Irish football, traditions, and stories that make Notre Dame different, this is your full Notre Dame vs Purdue recap. 🎙️ THE ECHOES: A Podcast on the ND Fighting Irish with Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana 🔔 Subscribe for weekly Notre Dame football breakdowns, highlights and interviews all season long! 00:00 Intro 03:35 Notre Dame dominates Purdue, 49-10 05:10 Breaking down the Irish running back rotation 08:51 Quincy Porter ruled out for the season 13:00 Marcus Freeman’s fourth-down decisions 15:12 CJ Carr’s viral Wildcat touchdown moment 18:36 Bryce Young’s breakout and Notre Dame’s defensive front 21:25 Jacy Abii interview 23:58 Notre Dame vs. North Carolina preview 28:32 College football weekend recap: Wisconsin, Michigan, USC and more Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. #notredamefootball #GoIrish #CollegeFootball

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Notre Dame football is rolling. Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down the biggest takeaways from the Fighting Irish's latest win on The Echoes. Is Notre Dame's backfield battle changing? Aneyas Williams vs. Nolan James Jr. is heating up, with James forcing his way into a bigger role. Mike and Jess debate what the depth chart really says, react to Micah Gilbert's breakout, and explain why CJ Carr is playing like one of the best young quarterbacks in college football. On defense, Marcus Freeman's group delivered again — turnovers, pressure, and a fast, physical secondary built to travel. Plus, KVA is back making plays with bad intentions, and the guys sound off on that ridiculous excessive-celebration penalty. If you live for Irish football, traditions, and stories that make Notre Dame different, this is your full Notre Dame recap. IN THIS EPISODE: Aneyas Williams vs Nolan James Jr: who leads the backfield? Micah Gilbert breakout + CJ Carr's leap Notre Dame defense: turnovers, pressure, physical secondary The excessive celebration flag debate CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro - Irish roll again 02:15 RB battle: Williams vs James Jr. 10:30 Micah Gilbert breakout 14:45 CJ Carr playing like a star 22:10 Marcus Freeman's defense travels 30:05 KVA is back + penalty rant SUBSCRIBE for weekly Notre Dame football breakdowns with Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana on THE ECHOES: A Podcast on the ND Fighting Irish. Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. #notredamefootball #GoIrish #CollegeFootball

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Notre Dame football DOMINATED Rice 52-0 in South Bend! Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down the Fighting Irish shutout on The Echoes: A Notre Dame Football Podcast. Marcus Freeman's team avoided the trap-game letdown, coming out prepared, physical and focused from the opening snap. The Irish defense set the tone early — forcing four fumbles, scoring a defensive touchdown, and pitching a complete shutout against Rice's option attack. Notre Dame safety and captain Adon Shuler joins the show to talk about the defense's fast start, preparing for a unique offense, leadership in the secondary, and why trusting every player to do his job was the key. Mike and Jessica also break down CJ Carr distributing the football, the expanding receiver rotation, the run game and offensive line play, plus standouts Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, Bryce Young, Rodney Dunham and the young players who shined in extended action. Adon also shares insight on Chris Ash, Aaron Henry, Luke Talich, and the NFL safeties he studies — Derwin James, Troy Polamalu, Ed Reed and Brian Dawkins. The show closes with an early look ahead to Notre Dame vs. Michigan State. Subscribe to THE ECHOES for Notre Dame football breakdowns every week with Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana. #NotreDame #NotreDameFootball #FightingIrish #CollegeFootball #GoIrish Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. 00:00 Notre Dame crushes Rice 52-0 03:20 Defense sets the tone: Adon Shuler, takeaways and shutout 06:00 Notre Dame run game and offensive line breakdown 13:15 CJ Carr, passing game and offensive identity 18:00 Which Notre Dame receivers stepped up vs. Rice? 26:35 Irish defense shines; KVA, Bryce Young and young contributors 29:20 Rodney Dunham’s breakout flashes 31:55 Adon Shuler joins The Echoes 33:20 Notre Dame vs. Michigan State preview 37:30 Why Michigan State is a meaningful Notre Dame rivalry 39:00 Early prediction and what to expect against the Spartans 39:55 Notre Dame’s strong start under Marcus Freeman 40:50 College football and women’s basketball conversation 43:55 Closing thoughts: Michigan State week

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Notre Dame is 1-0 and still unbeaten in the Shamrock Series after a 41-13 win over Wisconsin at historic Lambeau Field. On this episode of The Echoes: A Notre Dame Football Podcast, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana react to the Fighting Irish’s second-half surge, break down the uneven start, and hand out game balls following a statement win over the Badgers.

Mike and Jessica discuss why Notre Dame struggled to find rhythm early against Wisconsin’s physical defense, what changed after halftime in Green Bay, and how the Irish turned a 13-10 halftime lead into a decisive victory. They also break down quarterback CJ Carr’s calm, efficient performance, his command of the offense, and why he continues to show the poise Notre Dame needs at the position.

The conversation also focuses on Notre Dame’s search for new offensive playmakers, including the emergence of Nolan James and the impact of Aneyas Williams, while examining why the offensive line could still become one of the team’s biggest strengths as the season progresses.

On defense, Adon Shuler delivered an emotional, physical performance that earned game-ball consideration, while Spencer Porath may have provided an answer at kicker after going 2-for-2 on field goals, including a 52-yarder, and making all five extra points.

And stay tuned until the end for our conversation with college football legend Barry Alvarez, the Hall of Fame former Wisconsin head coach and athletic director, recorded during our live show in Green Bay.

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Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. 00:00 Notre Dame Beats Wisconsin 41-13 04:24 Lambeau Field and Shamrock Series Atmosphere 09:31 Why Notre Dame Started Slow vs. Wisconsin 11:49 Irish Offense Searching for New Playmakers 17:22 CJ Carr’s Poise and Command of the Offense 22:00 Nolan James, Jordan Faison and Offensive Playmakers 23:44 Offensive Line Breakdown and Adjustments 29:28 Notre Dame Defense Shuts Down Wisconsin 33:23 Spencer Porath Provides an Answer at Kicker 39:36 Adon Shuler’s Emotional, Physical Performance 44:35 Looking Ahead to Rice 46:30 Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin Game Balls 49:46 Barry Alvarez Interview

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The Echoes Podcast is back for game week! Notre Dame football is officially headed to Lambeau Field as the Fighting Irish prepare to take on Wisconsin in one of the most anticipated games of the early 2026 season.

In this episode, we get you ready for kickoff with a full Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin preview, breaking down the matchup, the Badgers, and what the Irish need to do to leave Green Bay with a statement victory.

We also discuss Notre Dame naming its four captains for the 2026 season, what each leader brings to the team, and what their leadership could mean as the Irish chase another College Football Playoff appearance.

Plus, we look ahead to the atmosphere at historic Lambeau Field, where we'll be on the ground in Green Bay for Notre Dame-Wisconsin.

It's finally here. Game week has arrived!

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School is back in session at Notre Dame, fall training camp is officially in the books, and college football season is right around the corner. On this episode of The Echoes: A Notre Dame Football Podcast, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down what Marcus Freeman had to say as the Fighting Irish shift from camp mode into game-week preparation. New Notre Dame sideline reporter Caroline Pineda joins the show. The 2022 Notre Dame graduate shares what it means to return to South Bend in her new role, the mentors who helped shape her career, and how Fighting Irish Media and student opportunities at Notre Dame helped launch her path to NBC. Pineda also explains what she believes makes great sideline reporting, previews storylines for Notre Dame-Wisconsin, and shares why this Irish team feels different heading into a highly anticipated season. Plus, The Echoes is headed to Wisconsin for Notre Dame’s season opener against the Badgers at Lambeau Field. Mike and Jess will host a live show in Green Bay on game day, so stay tuned to the show’s social channels for full details on how to join them before the Shamrock Series matchup. #sports #football #notredame #collegefootball #marcusfreeman #NBC #cjcarr #heisman #NFL #lambeaufield #wisconsin #badgers #bigten Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. 00:00 INTRO 03:00 Best time of the year 05:30 Jess' ND class schedule 10:00 Freeman presser reax 21:00 Caroline Pineda interview 38:19 Notre Dame & eligibility

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On this episode of The Echoes, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down the Fighting Irish landing at No. 4 in the preseason AP Poll, Notre Dame’s highest preseason AP ranking since 2006. The Irish received six first-place votes, but what separates Marcus Freeman’s team from Ohio State, Oregon and Georgia at the top of the rankings? And does Notre Dame have everything it needs to make a run at the College Football Playoff and a national championship? There’s also encouraging news surrounding Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa (KVA). After suffering a torn ACL last November, the Notre Dame linebacker is back participating in full-contact practice and working without a knee brace. We discuss what a healthy KVA could mean for an already talented Notre Dame defense and linebacker room. The rivalry conversation heats up with Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti taking a shot at Notre Dame following the cancellation of the Notre Dame-Indiana series. Cignetti said he’d like to play the Irish, but suggested Notre Dame should travel to Bloomington twice while Indiana visits South Bend once because the Fighting Irish aren’t in a conference. Mike and Jess react to the provocative comments, question the logic behind Cignetti’s scheduling proposal, and discuss why Notre Dame’s football independence continues to be an easy target across college football. Plus, former Notre Dame superstar Jeremiyah Love is dealing with a high ankle injury after his NFL preseason action with the Arizona Cardinals. Love recorded 11 carries and three receptions before the injury, sparking debate about preseason workloads for high-profile rookies. Subscribe to The Echoes for Notre Dame football news, analysis, injury updates, AP Poll reaction, College Football Playoff discussion and everything Fighting Irish. #NotreDame #NotreDameFootball #FightingIrish #CollegeFootball #CFB #APPoll #KyngstonnViliamuAsa #KVA #JeremiyahLove #GoIrish #CollegeFootballPlayoff Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. 00:00 INTRO 02:00 AP Poll 10:45 Injury updates 22:00 Cignetti takes shot 27:00 New pace in CFB 42:00 Jeremiyah Love injured

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Mike Golic Sr. is officially joining the Notre Dame Radio Network! He joins Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana on The Echoes: A Notre Dame Football Podcast to discuss his return to the Fighting Irish and preview the biggest storylines surrounding the 2026 Notre Dame football season. Then it’s time to Buy or Sell on some of the biggest questions facing Marcus Freeman and the Fighting Irish in 2026: 🏈 Is CJ Carr a legitimate Heisman Trophy finalist? 🏈 Who will emerge as Notre Dame’s leading wide receiver? 🏈 Will the Irish running backs be even more effective this season without last year’s superstars? 🏈 Who is the most important player on the Notre Dame offensive line? 🏈 Is Leonard Moore the best defensive back in college football? 🏈 And will Notre Dame finish the regular season undefeated? With Notre Dame training camp underway and the season opener against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field approaching, get the latest Fighting Irish analysis, predictions and preseason storylines on The Echoes. Subscribe for more Notre Dame football news, analysis, recruiting, predictions and Fighting Irish coverage throughout the 2026 season. 00:00 Intro 01:00 Mike Golic Sr joins the show 02:00 Why Mike Sr. came back to ND radio 09:30 Buy or Sell ND season with Mike Golic Sr. #Notredame #NotreDameFootball #FightingIrish #MikeGolic #CJCarr #MarcusFreeman #CollegeFootball #GoIrisH

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Former Notre Dame quarterback and current Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Tommy Rees joins The Echoes! First, the news that Notre Dame football fans have been waiting years to hear: the Notre Dame vs. USC rivalry is officially back, returning to the schedule in 2030. Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down the full story — the rivalry's rocky road, Indiana canceling their series, online drama, and why this is a massive moment for college football. Then the main event — former Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback and current Atlanta Falcons OC Tommy Rees sits down with Mike and Jess for one of the most in-depth interviews we've done: 🏈 His new role as Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator 🏈 The biggest differences between the NFL and college football 🏈 Life as a student-athlete at Notre Dame 🏈 Recruiting CJ Carr — and watching him play last season 🏈 Why Tommy came back to Notre Dame to coach under Marcus Freeman 🏈 What it was really like working with Nick Saban 🏈 His favorite moments and memories from his Notre Dame career 🏈 The full story behind Tommy's infamous viral coaching moment Whether you bleed Notre Dame blue and gold or just love great college football conversation, this one delivers. 🎙️ Subscribe for weekly Notre Dame football news, recruiting updates, game analysis, and exclusive interviews with the people who've lived it. 01:00 Notre Dame-USC Rivalry Back 13:20 Tommy Rees interview #NotreDameFootball #FightingIrish #TommyRees #AtlantaFalcons #CollegeFootball

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The Irish made headlines this week with a jersey sponsorship deal with SoFi, reportedly worth around $20 million annually. Is it a tradition-breaker or a necessary move in the modern college football arms race? Mike and Jess dig into just how controversial the deal really is — and why keeping up with championship-caliber rosters in today's landscape means the math has to work. Then, former Notre Dame quarterback Dayne Crist joins the show! He's Mike's former roommate, teammate, and BFF — and the energy in this conversation doesn't disappoint. They relive the 2010 Notre Dame–Pitt game, and Dayne opens up about what it was really like playing QB for the Fighting Irish, why he chose Notre Dame as the top QB recruit in the country, and what his relationship with ND looks like today. As a financial advisor, Dayne also shares what advice he'd give recruits navigating the NIL era — because today's players are managing more money in high school than most adults see in years. And the big question: would Dayne transfer if he were playing Notre Dame football today? 00:00 Intro 01:50 SoFi uniform sponsorship 08:30 Dayne Crist joins the show! 28:30 Rewatch Pitt-ND with Dayne 🎙️ Subscribe for weekly Fighting Irish coverage #NotreDame #FightingIrish #CollegeFootball #NDFootball #NotreDameFootball #TrainingCamp #NIL

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Notre Dame football is EVERYWHERE — and so is Brian Kelly. 🏈 Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down the Irish media blitz, Kelly's image rehab tour, and which college football 2025 contenders are the real deal on this week's episode of The Echoes. In This Episode: 🎙️ Marcus Freeman & The Irish Media Blitz Notre Dame football was all over the airwaves last week — First Take, ESPN Radio, the New York Stock Exchange, and the Stephen A. Smith Show. We break down what Marcus Freeman and CJ Carr had to say and why it matters for the upcoming season. Oh, and Michigan barely recruited CJ Carr. Wolverines can't get out of their own way. 🔄 Brian Kelly Is Back The polarizing former Notre Dame coach is making his own media rounds. We take a hard look at Kelly's image rehabilitation tour, why he left South Bend, how Baton Rouge went sideways, and what's actually next for him. 🏆 Pretender or Contender? "Will or Will Not!" We're taking stock of the college football 2025 landscape and putting the top programs on trial. Which teams with similar playoff odds as the Fighting Irish are for real — and which ones are frauds? 🎮 USC Football's Social Media Fail USC tried to ride the viral wave of the new Odyssey movie and it did not go well. We break down the cringe and take a look at if Notre Dame will ever join a conference. 💬 Drop a comment below — which team do you think can give the Irish a tough game this season? 🔔 Subscribe for weekly Notre Dame football analysis, recruiting updates, and insider takes you won't hear anywhere else. #NotreDame #NotreDameFootball #FightingIrish #MarcusFreeman #BrianKelly #CollegeFootball #USCFootball #NotreDamePodcast #CFB2025 #TheEchoes

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On this episode of The Echoes, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana welcome Nick Black, Director of Design Footwear & Team Sports at Under Armour, to break down the story behind Notre Dame’s 2026 Shamrock Series uniforms. From the inspiration and historical details to the years of planning that went into every element, Nick shares how these special uniforms came to life. Before diving into the design process, Mike and Jess give their honest reactions to the new Shamrock Series look. Love them or hate them, one thing is certain: Notre Dame will be turning heads when they take on Wisconsin at Lambeau Field. Then, before Nick joins the show, Mike and Jess tackle the impossible task of ranking their Top 5 Notre Dame players heading into the season. Their lists might surprise you—but whose rankings are more shocking? Watch, then drop your own Top 5 in the comments. Finally, Nick Black joins the show to reveal the inspiration, history, and hidden details behind the Shamrock Series uniforms. Discover what makes this design unique and why it means so much to the Notre Dame and Under Armour teams. 👍 Do you love the Shamrock Series uniforms or would you change them? Let us know in the comments! #NotreDame #FightingIrish #ShamrockSeries #UnderArmour #MikeGolicJr #JessicaSmetana #TheEchoes #CollegeFootball #NDFootball #WisconsinVsNotreDame

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On the latest episode of The Echoes, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana are back after a week off, and there’s plenty to discuss as Notre Dame’s recruiting momentum continues to build. Before diving into recruiting, Mike explains what the final weeks of summer look like for players before fall camp officially begins. With the season just around the corner, he shares what happens behind the scenes before the pads come on and preparations ramp up. Then it’s all about Notre Dame’s recruiting surge. Mike and Jess break down why the Irish continue to land elite talent—especially in the South—and what has made Marcus Freeman and his staff one of the hottest recruiting programs in college football. Notre Dame’s recruiting success has everyone excited, but Mike also reveals his biggest wish for the offseason. What does he want to see before Week 1? Let us know in the comments if you agree. The offseason hasn’t just been about recruiting. Mike and Jess also discuss the ongoing legal battles surrounding college athletics, including the proposed 5-for-5 eligibility rule and how it could impact Notre Dame across multiple sports, including football and women’s basketball. To wrap up the show, the conversation shifts to the WNBA, where former Notre Dame star Marina Mabrey made history by tying the league record with an incredible 53-point performance. Be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode of The Echoes. #sports #football #notredame #NFL

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On the latest episode of The Echoes, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana welcome legendary Notre Dame quarterback Brady Quinn to the show! As Mike points out early in the episode, there are plenty of similarities between Quinn's Notre Dame teams and the 2026 Fighting Irish squad—both carrying sky-high expectations heading into the season. Before Brady joins the show, Jess shares what it was like being in New York City as the Knicks captured their first NBA Championship in 53 years and how she celebrated the historic victory with her fiancé's family. The conversation then shifts to Phil Steele's Preseason All-American Team, which featured several Notre Dame standouts. Who earned the recognition, who got snubbed, and where did quarterback CJ Carr land among the nation's best? Mike and Jess catch up with Brady about life with his family this summer, what it was like playing under immense expectations during the Charlie Weis era, and the parallels he sees between those teams and Notre Dame's current roster. Brady also discusses which Fighting Irish wide receiver is poised for a breakout season, where CJ Carr can improve, how he ranks Carr among quarterbacks nationally, and what it was like being recruited to Notre Dame from Ohio State territory. Plus, Brady shares what makes South Bend so special during the summer, reflects on Notre Dame's rich quarterback tradition, tells the funniest Paul Hornung story you've ever heard, and gives his thoughts on the current state of the USC rivalry. Subscribe, rate, and review for more Notre Dame football coverage all season long. #sports #football #notredame #NFL

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On the latest episode of The Echoes, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana are back after a two-week hiatus with an action-packed show! Mike returns from Europe just as Notre Dame's freshman football players arrive on campus and the countdown to the season continues. Could incoming freshman quarterback Teddy Jarrard gain an early edge in the battle for the backup QB job? We break down the quarterback competition and Mike explains what makes summertime in South Bend so special. The college football offseason has also been filled with courtroom drama. We dive into some of the biggest stories in the sport, including whether Notre Dame is spending enough in the NIL era, Brendan Sorsby's gambling addiction and eligibility situation, and the growing debate around a potential college football super league and salary cap. Even when we're talking litigation, we keep things fresh and fun on The Echoes. Unfortunately, while we were away, the Notre Dame men's lacrosse team fell to Princeton in the national championship game. Mike explains why Fighting Irish fans shouldn't panic and why the future remains bright for the program. Plus, could the Chicago Bears really end up moving to Hammond, Indiana? All that and more on The Echoes! #sports #football #notredame #NFL

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