Locked On Irish - Daily Podcast On Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football & Basketball

Latest Episodes:

Brian Smith on Notre Dame’s Playoff Hopes, Recruiting Momentum, and Transfer Portal Strategy | Crossover with The Portal Nov 13, 2025

Show notes

Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback CJ Carr is rewriting expectations for true freshmen, leading the nation in yards per attempt while star running back Jeremiah Love projects as a top-five NFL draft pick. Brian Smith and Tyler Wojciak break down Notre Dame's College Football Playoff prospects, examining critical offensive line injuries to Charles Jagusah, Billy Schrauth, and Ashton Craig that threaten the team's championship aspirations. The discussion covers the defense's dramatic transformation under coordinator Chris Ash, Love's jaw-dropping athleticism that sets him apart from every college football player, and Carr's surprising composure that resembles a ten-year veteran.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:25) - Notre Dame's Playoff Potential

(2:29) - How Title Run Boosted Recruiting

(4:08) - Offensive Line concerns

(7:21) - CJ Carr's Development

(10:47) - Jeremiah Love's playmaking ability

(15:42) - Defensive improvements

(19:00) - Transfer Portal Strategy

(23:46) - Running back depth/portal targets

(28:25) - Transfer Portal Needs

Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak

Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish

Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en

Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

DoorDash
With DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.

SupplyHouse

Join the free TradeMaster program today and score serious perks like priority shipping, lower prices, and a dedicated support line. Visit SupplyHouse.com to sign up for free and use promo code SHCOLLEGE5 for 5% off your first order.

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.

FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Notre Dame vs. Pitt Preview & CFP Rankings Reaction Nov 12, 2025

Show notes

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish will travel to Pittsburgh to take on the Pitt Panthers on Saturday in a ranked matchup that has serious College Football Playoff implications. Tyler Wojciak reacts to the latest CFP rankings before diving into the upcoming matchup between the Panthers and the Irish. Tyler explains everything you need to know about the game and what’s at sake for both programs. Then, he breaks down his scouting report of Pitt in all three phases and reveals his keys to victory for Notre Dame. Finally, Tyler predicts how the game will play out on Saturday.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:47) - CFP Rankings ReaX

(2:46) - What You Need to Know About Pitt

(6:09) - What’s at Stake?

(13:09) - Pitt Off vs. ND Def

(20:21) - ND Off vs. Pitt Def

(27:24) - ND ST vs. Pitt ST

(31:09) - Predictions

Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak

Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish

Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en

Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

SupplyHouse

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Final Thoughts on Notre Dame’s Win Over Navy With Luke Smith Nov 11, 2025

Show notes

Notre Dame football fans saw a complete performance in the Irish win over Navy as they continue their march toward the College Football Playoff. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith to break down their final takeaways from Saturday night inside Notre Dame Stadium, including the three things they liked and the few things they did not like. They analyze CJ Carr’s deep ball, defensive line depth, and the other major storylines from the win.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:49) - Report From Snowy South Bend

(7:17) - What We Liked

(27:21) - What We Didn’t Like

Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak

Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish

Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en

Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

SupplyHouse

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

REACTION: Notre Dame Overpowers Navy 49-10 | SUNDAY NIGHT LIVE Nov 10, 2025

Show notes

Notre Dame delivered a dominant 49-10 win over Navy and looked like a true college football playoff contender. Tyler Wojciak breaks down why this was one of the most complete performances of the season, who stood out as the biggest difference makers, and what this victory means for the Irish moving forward into a crucial November stretch. He also hands out game balls, reacts to the biggest plays, and takes questions live from the chat as Notre Dame fans celebrate a statement performance heading into the home stretch.

(0:00) - Intro

(2:16) - Most Complete Win?

(13:09) - Game Balls/Big Plays

(29:33) - Playoff Path + Q&A

Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak

Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish

Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en

Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

SupplyHouse

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

IRISH SQUAD SHOW: Notre Dame DOMINATES Navy and Jeremiyah Loves has HEISMAN moment in win! Nov 09, 2025

Show notes

Jeremiyah Love has his Heisman moment in Notre Dame's dominant victory over Navy. CJ Carr was nearly perfect for Marcus Freeman in the Irish win as they continue to look to lock up a college football playoff birth.

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

SupplyHouse
Join the free TradeMaster program today and score serious perks like priority shipping, lower prices, and a dedicated support line. Visit SupplyHouse.com to sign up for free and use promo code SHCOLLEGE5 for 5% off your first order.

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mailbag! Keys to Beat Navy, Key Injury Updates, Transfer Portal Outlook, and More! Nov 07, 2025

Show notes

Notre Dame prepares for a massive matchup against Navy this Saturday, and this week’s Friday Mailbag dives into the biggest keys to avoiding an upset, how to bet the game, what makes the Midshipmen’s offense so tricky, and the one thing the Irish absolutely cannot mess up. Tyler Wojciak also breaks down wild quarterback transfer hypotheticals involving Deuce Knight, roster decisions, potential NIL targets in the portal, and the future depth chart post-CJ Carr. Finally, he closes with fun big picture questions about dream ND road game locations, what ND fans should want from Miami, and the reality of covering this program daily.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:28) - Navy Preview

(11:23) - Injury/Portal Updates

(24:29) - CFP Watch

Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak

Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish

Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en

Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

Peloton
Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.

Mazda
It’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle.
Mazda. Move and Be Moved.

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

IRISH SQUAD SHOW: Notre Dame Must Respond vs. Navy After Boston College Letdown Nov 07, 2025

Show notes

Notre Dame looks to bounce back after a disappointing performance against Boston College, and the Irish Squad Show crew breaks down what needs to change heading into Saturday’s matchup vs Navy. Host Allison Hayes is joined by Notre Dame legends Reggie Brooks and Allen Pinkett plus Locked On Irish host Tyler Wojciak as they discuss why the triple option and QB Blake Horvath will test the Irish defense, what to expect from CJ Carr against Navy’s secondary, and how Notre Dame can dominate on the ground with Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price. They also debate special teams, 4th down vs field goal decisions, and whether Marcus Freeman can get the kicking game trending upward. Plus, reaction to Notre Dame being ranked No. 10 in the first College Football Playoff rankings, ideal Round 1 matchups, and Allen shares details about Locked On College Football. The show closes with Marcus Freeman honoring veterans on Military Appreciation Day.

Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak

Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish

Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en

Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

Peloton
Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.

Mazda
It’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle.
Mazda. Move and Be Moved.

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Notre Dame vs. Navy Preview Nov 06, 2025

Show notes

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish are set to host the Navy Midshipmen on Saturday as both teams continue to push for a College Football Playoff berth. Tyler Wojciak details everything you need to know, explains what’s at stake in the matchup, and breaks down Navy in all three phases. Tyler also reveals his keys to the game for Notre Dame and his predictions.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:54) - What You Need To Know

(4:50) - What’s At Stake?

(11:09) - Navy Off vs. ND Def

(17:47) - ND Off vs. Navy Def

(23:51) - ND ST vs. Navy ST

(28:49) - Predictions

Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak

Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish

Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en

Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

Peloton
Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.

Mazda
It’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle.
Mazda. Move and Be Moved.

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CFP Rankings Reaction With Tim Murray: Notre Dame Lands at No. 10 Nov 05, 2025

Show notes

Notre Dame came in at No. 10 in the first College Football Playoff rankings, and the Irish are still very much alive in the CFP race with momentum, national respect, and Vegas confidence behind them. Tyler Wojciak is joined by VSiN’s Tim Murray to react to the full rankings reveal, break down what Notre Dame’s path to the playoff truly looks like from here, and discuss why Vegas believes in the Irish more than the committee does right now. They also dive into how key ranked wins like USC and Pitt help boost Notre Dame’s résumé, what outside contenders could disrupt the race, how much style points matter moving forward, and where the most chaos is likely to come from the rest of the country.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:57) - CFP Reaction

(6:01) - Notre Dame’s Path

(22:56) - Chaos Watch

Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak

Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish

Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en

Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

Peloton
Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.

Mazda
It’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle.
Mazda. Move and Be Moved.

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Final Thoughts on Notre Dame’s Win over Boston College With Luke Smith Nov 04, 2025

Show notes

Notre Dame survived a sloppy, frustrating 25-10 road win against Boston College that has some raising questions about where this team stands as the College Football Playoff conversation heats up. Tyler Wojciak is joined by his good friend Luke Smith to break down whether this was just a weird one-off performance or a sign of concerning trends that could impact Notre Dame moving forward. Luke gives his boots-on-the-ground report from Chestnut Hill, then Tyler and Luke dive into what they liked from the win, what absolutely needs to be cleaned up, and how much of this game should actually matter as the Irish prepare for Navy and the final stretch of the season.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:40) - Report From Boston College

(6:51) - What We Liked

(28:09) - What We Didn’t Like

Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak

Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish

Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en

Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

Peloton
Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.

Mazda
It’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle.
Mazda. Move and Be Moved.

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Locked On Irish – Daily Podcast On Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football & Basketball

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected