Notre Dame football with Eric Hansen & Tyler James

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Third & Gold: Dalton Wasserman's on Notre Dame's 2026 NFL Draft prospects and expectations for fall Apr 17, 2026

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Dalton Wasserman, NFL and college football analyst and co-host of Preferred Walk-On, discusses the NFL Draft buzz for Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love, how high he could be selected, if RB Jadarian Price is worth a second-round pick, what to make of WR Malachi Fields' pre-draft impressions, if WR Will Pauling could be drafted, where Eli Raridon falls among TE prospects, possibilities for OL Billy Schrauth and Aamil Wagner, what he likes about the Irish in 2026, QB CJ Carr's potential, the gap between CB Leonard Moore and the rest of the players at his position and more.

Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (25:24).

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Football Never Sleeps: Notre Dame's remaining unanswered spring questions Apr 14, 2026

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In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down Notre Dame's offensive line, defensive line and secondary before looking forward to what's ahead this spring.

Topics include:
• Charles Jagusah’s injury progress and how Notre Dame’s offensive line is developing in his absence
• The early impact of new defensive line coach Charlie Partridge
• How roles are beginning to take shape in Notre Dame’s defensive backfield
• Marty Biagi’s reaction to the new NCAA rule affecting fake punts
• The biggest unanswered questions heading into Saturday’s scrimmage
• The latest Notre Dame recruiting news, intel and program buzz

Plus, they answered questions live from viewers.

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Football Never Sleeps: Who has the most to gain in Notre Dame's final weeks of spring practice? Apr 07, 2026

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In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down what they want to see from the Irish in the last three weeks of spring football.

Topics include:
• Marcus Freeman’s influence on ND’s spring
• Positions showing the most promise
• Players with the most to gain in the coming weeks
• The latest Irish recruiting buzz

Plus, they answered questions live from viewers.

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Third & Gold: Matt Shelton on writing a book, overcoming adversity as a Notre Dame wide receiver Apr 03, 2026

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Former Notre Dame wide receiver Matt Shelton (2001-05) joins the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss his book, Rising Thru Every Fall, why he felt compelled to share his story, how he stayed motivated as a young player, his most important year of spring football, why he found success under head coach Charlie Weis, building chemistry with quarterbacks, the key to overcoming mental hurdles as an injured player, his perspective on Marcus Freeman, his memory of the George O'Leary tenure, where his Notre Dame degree has led him and more.

Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (28:45).

Find more information about Shelton's book here: https://www.risingthrueveryfall.com/

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Football Never Sleeps: Breakout players, QB buzz and early surprises in Notre Dame spring practice Mar 31, 2026

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In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss the first third of Notre Dame's spring football practices.

Topics include:
• QB1 CJ Carr’s development and how the QB2 competition is unfolding
• How the running back room is navigating limited spring numbers — and who could emerge once the group is healthy
• Standouts in Notre Dame’s deep wide receiver room
• How the linebackers are adjusting to new position coach Brian Jean-Mary and where the young LBs fit
• Freshman standouts and early impressions from the 2026 class
• The latest Notre Dame recruiting intel, buzz and behind-the-scenes scuttlebutt

Plus, they answered questions live from viewers.

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Third & Gold: Mike Golic Jr. on spring excitement for Notre Dame football Mar 26, 2026

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Former Notre Dame offensive lineman Mike Golic Jr. (2008-12), who co-hosts Golic & Golic and The Echoes, joins the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss his investment in ND's spring practices this year, which spring was most valuable during his playing career, the offensive line movement with Will Black, Anthonie Knapp and Guerby Lambert, fair expectations for Charles Jagusah, intrigue on ND's defensive line, NFL Draft values for Jeremiyah Love, Billy Schrauth and Aamil Wagner, the upcoming Golic Subpar Classic in April, what he likes about this ND men's lacrosse team and more.

Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (35:32).

Find more information about The Golic Subpar Classic here: https://golicfamilyfoundation.com/

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Football Never Sleeps: First impressions from Notre Dame’s spring start Mar 25, 2026

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In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss their first impressions from Notre Dame's start to spring practice.

Topics include:
• Biggest takeaways from the spring debut
• The most notable depth chart glimpses
• The best performances and biggest surprises
• Notre Dame’s Pro Day action
• The latest Irish recruiting buzz

Plus, they answered questions live from viewers.

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Football Never Sleeps: Preparing for a big spring for Notre Dame football, recruiting Mar 17, 2026

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In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss the first impressions they're looking for when Notre Dame starts spring practice.

Topics include:
• Stories and observations from Lou Holtz's funeral ceremonies
• An early injury note from Marcus Freeman
• What deserves the most attention at Friday’s first practice
• How to distinguish a spring riser from a spring fluke
• Freeman’s evolution as a head coach
• The latest Irish recruiting buzz ahead of a major junior day weekend

Plus, they answered questions live from viewers.

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Third & Gold: Trevor Ruhland on the challenges of spring practices at Notre Dame Mar 13, 2026

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Former Notre Dame offensive lineman Trevor Ruhland (2015-19) joins the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss the response to sharing his struggles and recovery from an eating disorder after college and the search for meaning in a post-playing career, how he's spreading his message through speaking engagements, how he approached spring football during his ND career, how offensive linemen remain patient for playing time, the challenge of learning multiple positions, when starters need to develop chemistry, how winter workouts changed during his ND tenure and more.

Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (27:05).

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Football Never Sleeps: Can Notre Dame football “Leave No Doubt” in 2026? Mar 10, 2026

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In this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discuss if Notre Dame can start proving its "Leave No Doubt" manta right this spring.

Topics include:
• What the Irish can do this spring to lay groundwork for high expectations
• Which weaknesses from the 2025 season still need fixing
• 10 Notre Dame players who need a major spring surge
• Early impressions of new Irish linebackers coach Brian Jean-Mary
• What we learned from recent interviews with Notre Dame’s defensive newcomers
• The latest Notre Dame recruiting intel and buzz

Plus, they answered questions live from viewers.

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