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Irish Breakdown

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Notre Dame Football
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Notre Dame
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Drake Bowen
Al Golden
Marcus Freeman
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Texas A&M
Tosh Baker
Jalen Snead
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Xavier Watts
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Irish Breakdown provides unmatched in-depth analysis of the Notre Dame Football program while also discussing hot college football topics. Bryan Driskell - A former college football coach, Bryan has been covering Notre Dame football for over a decade. Sean Stires - A long-time radio host in South Bend, Sean is the host of IB Nation Sports Talk and the play-by-play announcer for the Notre Dame Wome... more

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The IB team previews the first round games of the College Football Playoff.

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The IB team also dives into key questions and areas of improvement for the Notre Dame special teams next season.

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The IB team discusses the key questions that must be answered this offseason with the Notre Dame defense if the unit is going to be even better in 2026.

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Today's Rapid Fire topics with Sean Stires and Jesse Stires include: Are you more likely to watch the College Football Playoffs or NFL games this weekend, we rank the CFP teams in this year’s field in order of confidence that Notre Dame would beat th... more

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Recent Guests

Fernando Mendoza
Quarterback and notable player considered for the Heisman Trophy.
Indiana
Episode: Rapid Fire: What This Controversial Week Says About Notre Dame, ACC/CFP Conspiracy, Jeremiyah Love
Julian Sayen
Quarterback and player attending the Heisman Trophy ceremony.
Episode: Rapid Fire: What This Controversial Week Says About Notre Dame, ACC/CFP Conspiracy, Jeremiyah Love
Diego Pavia
Quarterback and player considered for the Heisman Trophy, noted for his impact on his team.
Vanderbilt
Episode: Rapid Fire: What This Controversial Week Says About Notre Dame, ACC/CFP Conspiracy, Jeremiyah Love
Brian Smith
Recruiting expert and commentator
Episode: Brian Smith Talks Notre Dame 2026 Recruiting Class
Jeremiyah Love
Running back for Notre Dame
Notre Dame Football
Episode: Rapid Fire: Jeremiyah Love's Last Heisman Pitch, Marcus Freeman Talks Love Injury, CFP Debates
Joe Theismann
Former Notre Dame star quarterback and Washington Redskins quarterback
Washington Redskins
Episode: Joe Theismann Talks Jeremiyah Love, CJ Carr, Notre Dame’s Title Chances
Tae Johnson
Fighting Irish safety
Notre Dame Football
Episode: Rapid Fire: Late Night Notre Dame - Stanford Start, Predicting Next Irish CFP Ranking, Tae Johnson Talks Adon Shuler
Len Clark
Author of a Notre Dame related book, 'Vision, Values, and Victories, Notre Dame style leadership'
Episode: IB Nation Sportsbeat: Midseason Notre Dame Football Awards
Neil Ivey
Fighting Irish head coach of the Notre Dame Women's Basketball team
Notre Dame
Episode: IB Nation Sportsbeat: Marcus Freeman's Most Satisfying Notre Dame Win

Hosts

Bryan Driskell
A former college football coach with over a decade of experience covering Notre Dame football, offering analytical insights and breakdowns of the program.
Sean Stires
Long-time radio host in South Bend and play-by-play announcer for Notre Dame Women's Basketball, contributes to engaging conversations regarding college football and Notre Dame.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Opinionated but often wrong

    These guys are so convinced they are right about EVERYTHING. One guy was a low level D3 assistant and the other guy was a HS JV coach. This show opined that ND should move All American, Nagurski Award winning safety X Watts. back to WR. and Phil Jurkovec (BC & Pitt QB Wash out) should have been QB1 over Ian Book.

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    Steve 2288
    United States21 days ago
  • Simply the best

    This is the best analysis you will find anywhere. These guys know how to break down film and give you the info. Love listening to them!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fella4Christ
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hilarious

    They rundown Texas Tech. Texas Tech has a ranked win! ND zero while playing Navy and a poor win against Boston College. Hilarious.

    Interesting what happened in 1900, but it’s the hack that ND gets a playoff spot while playing no one and losing.

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    Matt 5237
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best Notre dame podcast there is

    My wife recently suggested podcasts over the summer as I was was putting around the house. I didn’t find many great ones, however, I did find this one. The detail by actual recruiting experts, former football coaches, and reporters who have contacts at Notre Dane, all combine for the most information a Notre Dame fan can ask/hope for.

    If you care at all about the fighting Irish and how they do things, from a higher toe to than what you get on the telecast (which is not deep analysis and not me... more

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    5
    Legendary avenger
    United States2 months ago
  • Fluff

    If you’re looking for positive reinforcement and ultimate optimism about Irish football this is a great podcast with lots of new content and regular updates. If you want to hear honest opinions about what’s really going on and what would benefit the Notre Dame football team, other podcasts and other outlets are a better option. I certainly understand employees following the direction their supervisor gives in an effort for self and job preservation which is what this seems to have outside of Se... more

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    No one‘s Waterboy
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some find the content highly informative, valuing the experience of the hosts in simplifying complex strategies for fans.
Overall, feedback indicates that this podcast serves as a vital resource for Notre Dame fans seeking comprehensive coverage of their team.
Listeners appreciate the depth of analysis provided, especially regarding player performance and recruiting insights, which are often considered unmatched in the college football podcast landscape.
Critiques include concerns about the balance of content versus advertising, with some suggesting there's a surplus in ads that interrupts the flow of discussions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#60
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#181
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#84
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#26
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#32
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#47
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

IB Nation Sportsbeat: Jeremiyah Love And Jadarian Price Opt For NFL And Notre Dame Football Mailbag
Q: With Price and Love leaving for the NFL, which two running backs take the most snaps next season?
With Price and Love leaving, the most probable candidates for snap leadership include Aneas Williams and Kedron Young.
Rapid Fire: Notre Dame Signing Day Commitments And CFP Talk, Marcus Freeman Mentioned In NFL Circles
Q: What is your ideal first round game for Notre Dame?
I'd want to play Oklahoma because I believe Notre Dame would have an advantage there.
Rapid Fire: Notre Dame Signing Day Commitments And CFP Talk, Marcus Freeman Mentioned In NFL Circles
Q: If the season ended today, Notre Dame would have a rematch with Texas A&M. How do you feel about that?
I feel indifferent about it, noting that while Notre Dame would match up well, I prefer not to face familiar teams in the playoffs.
Rapid Fire: Notre Dame Signing Day Commitments And CFP Talk, Marcus Freeman Mentioned In NFL Circles
Q: Do you think BYU is any sorts distracted by their head coach flirting with Penn State?
It could be a minor distraction, but it likely squashed quickly since the players are adults and very focused on the championship.
Rapid Fire: Notre Dame Signing Day Commitments And CFP Talk, Marcus Freeman Mentioned In NFL Circles
Q: On a scale of one to ten, how impressive is it that Notre Dame had zero decommitments from this class?
It's got to be a 10 out of 10, as this is Marcus Freeman's best recruiting class, highlighting how they sell the culture of Notre Dame.

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Focused on delivering comprehensive analysis regarding the Notre Dame Football program and key narratives within the broader college football landscape, this show offers insights that are deeply rooted in both statistical breakdowns and personal anecdotes from the hosts' experiences. Episodes revolve around recruits, player evaluations, coaching changes, and game strategies, providing fans with a thorough understanding of their team's performance and future prospects. The hosts' extensive background in sports journalism and coaching informs their discussions, allowing them to share insider perspectives that appeal to both casual fans and die-hard supporters alike.

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4. Brian Smith
5. Jeremiyah Love
6. Joe Theismann
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