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Biggest Questions Notre Dame Must Answer on Defense Jun 04, 2025

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Is Notre Dame’s defense built to repeat last season’s success? Tyler Wojciak dives into the biggest question at every defensive position group for the Irish heading into 2025. Can they replace Howard Cross and Rylie Mills in the aggregate? Will Traore and Botelho bounce back from injury? Who fills Jack Kiser’s role as the quarterback of the defense? And which safety will emerge in the heated field safety battle?

(0:00) - Intro

(1:38) - Defensive Tackle

(6:27) - Defensive End

(11:17) - Linebacker

(16:46) - Nickel

(19:46) - Cornerback

(24:33) - Safety

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Why Notre Dame Is Built to Contend: Marcus Freeman’s Blueprint for Long-Term Success Jun 03, 2025

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Can Marcus Freeman’s vision truly turn Notre Dame into a consistent championship contender? Tyler Wojciak breaks down Freeman’s blueprint for building a sustainable, competitive Notre Dame football program. From Freeman’s personal growth as head coach to his plans for this season’s roster and quarterback battle, to big-picture insights on USC, player evaluations, and the transfer portal, Tyler covers everything you need to know from Freeman’s latest media availability.

(0:00) - Intro

(2:04) - Blueprint for Long-Term Success

(11:49) - Updates for 2025

(23:05) - Modern developments, plus USC

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The 5 Greatest Notre Dame Games We’ve Ever Seen Featuring Luke Smith May 30, 2025

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The greatest Notre Dame football games, unforgettable moments in Irish history, and shocking wins! Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith for another edition of Top 5 Friday to reveal their Top 5 favorite Notre Dame football games they’ve seen in person. From legendary upsets and College Football Playoff showdowns to thrilling finishes and personal memories, this episode is packed with nostalgia and fun for Irish fans everywhere.

(0:00) - Intro

(3:57) - #5

(12:13) - #4

(19:37) - #3

(28:02) - #2

(35:34) - #1

(44:44) - Honorable Mentions

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Jamie Uyeyama on Notre Dame’s Path to Winning a National Championship in 2025 May 29, 2025

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Is this finally the year Notre Dame has a national championship-caliber roster? Tyler Wojciak is joined by Irish Sports Daily analyst Jamie Uyeyama to break it all down. They dive into the quarterback situation, the depth at running back and receiver, the offensive line’s potential NFL talent, and the defensive front’s ability to disrupt at an elite level. Jamie reveals where Notre Dame meets the championship blueprint and where they might still fall short.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:51) - Big Picture

(5:41) - QB Potential

(8:47) - Skill Positions

(16:19) - Offensive Line

(18:49) - Defensive Line

(25:29) - Linebackers

(28:55) - Defensive Backs

(33:49) - What needs to happen

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Biggest Questions Notre Dame Must Answer on Offense May 28, 2025

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Can Notre Dame’s offense finally live up to its potential in 2025? Tyler Wojciak dives deep into the biggest questions facing every offensive position group this summer. From the high-stakes quarterback battle between CJ Carr and Kenny Minchey, to Ja’Juan Seider’s running back rotation decisions, to whether the offensive line will prioritize raw talent or fit.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:21) - Quarterback

(6:02) - Running Back

(11:55) - Wide Receiver

(16:03) - Tight End

(20:18) - Offensive Line

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Crossover with Locked On USC: What's next for Notre Dame-USC Rivalry? May 24, 2025

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Locked on USC host Marc Kulkin is joined by Locked On Irish host Tyler Wojciak to discuss the state of the Notre Dame-USC rivalry, analyze possible solutions to keep the matchup alive, and reminisce on their favorite games between the two storied programs.

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New CFP Format Favors Notre Dame, Independence is more secure than ever, Notre Dame Basketball hires new GM May 23, 2025

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The College Football Playoff is making a huge change moving to a straight seeding format in 2025, meaning Notre Dame can finally earn a first-round bye. Tyler Wojciak breaks down how this shift is good for college football as a whole and strengthens Notre Dame’s case for independence, why it matters in the long run, and what it says about the program’s power in college football. Plus, former NBA exec and Irish alum Pat Garrity is returning to South Bend in a brand-new GM role. What does this mean for Notre Dame basketball’s future?

(0:00) - Intro

(2:13) - New CFP Format Released

(11:48) - How it impacts Independence
(20:07) - ND Hoops Hires GM

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Brian Smith on Notre Dame’s Path to a Top-5 Recruiting Class: 2026 Targets, Commit Breakdowns & Insider Intel May 22, 2025

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Notre Dame is on fire in the 2026 recruiting cycle, currently sitting at No. 2 in the 247Sports Composite — but can Marcus Freeman & Co. finish in the top five? Tyler Wojciak is joined by Locked On Recruiting Insider Brian Smith to break down Notre Dame’s biggest commits, top remaining targets, and what separates this class from previous years. They dive into Noah Grubbs' latest ranking, Javian Osborne’s elite upside, the Texas WR sweepstakes, and where things stand at tight end, defensive line, and more.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:26) - Noah Grubbs Rankings

(4:19) - RB Recruiting

(7:19) - Wide Receivers

(12:15) - Tight Ends

(15:10) - Defensive Line

(17:58) - Linebackers

(19:27) - Defensive Backs

(21:48) - Biggest Strengths

(23:05) - Path to Top 5

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Greg Flammang on the future of the Notre Dame-USC Rivalry: Irish want it to stay, why does USC want out? May 21, 2025

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The future of the Notre Dame–USC rivalry is in serious doubt. Notre Dame wants to keep the game going for decades to come but USC may not be on board. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Greg Flammang from Irish Sports Daily to break down everything we know so far: the real reasons USC may want out, why this rivalry matters so much to both programs (especially in Southern California), and what could happen next. Will this iconic college football tradition survive? Plus, what Notre Dame fans should make of Pete Bevacqua’s public stance, Lincoln Riley’s cryptic comments, and the rumored schedule changes USC is proposing.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:47) - Importance of ND-USC

(12:09) - Why is this happening?

(19:25) - Notre Dame’s stance

(26:35) - Fan Perception

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Notre Dame-USC Series in Danger, Marcus Freeman Ranked In Top 5 of CFB Coaches, Lacrosse’s 3-Peat Dream Denied May 20, 2025

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Could the historic Notre Dame–USC rivalry really be coming to an end? Pat Forde's latest report suggests just that, but Notre Dame isn’t backing down. Tyler Wojciak breaks down the drama unfolding between the two programs and why it would be a massive loss for college football if it ends. Plus, ESPN just ranked Marcus Freeman as the No. 4 coach in the country—is that ranking fair? Plus, Notre Dame lacrosse's championship run came to a heartbreaking end against Penn State, but this era of dominance won’t be forgotten anytime soon.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:55) - Latest on ND-USC

(13:42) - Marcus Freeman Top 5

(24:50) - NDMLax Season Ends

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