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Irish Breakdown

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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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Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Notre Dame has announced the time and date of the Blue - Gold spring football game. We share our thoughts and debate if they still need to hold it, how much do the Winter Olympics move the needle for you, an idea fo... more

Notre Dame has a loaded defensive end depth chart, at least from a talent standpoint. But despite the talent there are still a lot of questions and players that have to step up. That is the topic in part three of today’s show.

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In part two of today’s show the guys hand out grades for the 2026 Notre Dame recruiting class. They talk offense at first and then move to the defense.

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In part one of today’s Irish Breakdown show the IB team of Bryan and Trevor discuss the 2026 recruiting class, which is officially done now that the staff added three more signees in February. They also discuss the announcement that Notre Dame will h... more

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Cassandre Prosper
Senior forward for Notre Dame Women's Basketball
Notre Dame
Episode: Interview With Notre Dame Women's Basketball Player Cassandre Prosper
Brady Quinn
Former Notre Dame quarterback and first round NFL draft pick, analyst on Fox's Big Noon Kickoff.
Fox Sports
Episode: Brady Quinn Talks Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame TV, College Football Playoffs And More
Jeremiyah Love
A prominent player at Notre Dame and participant in the Heisman Trophy ceremony.
Notre Dame
Episode: Rapid Fire: What This Controversial Week Says About Notre Dame, ACC/CFP Conspiracy, Jeremiyah Love
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
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

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
  • Schedule

    IRISH

    Navy

    Penn state

    BYU

    Air Force

    Michigan

    Purdue

    Boston college

    Syracuse

    Stanford

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    4
    rj64711229
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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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    1
    Steve 2288
    United States2 months 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!!

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    5
    Fella4Christ
    United States2 months 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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    2
    Matt 5237
    United States3 months 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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Legendary avenger
    United States4 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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#242
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#138
Canada/Sports/Football
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#6
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#19
New Zealand/Sports/Football
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#23
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IB Nation Sportsbeat: The Notre Dame DB Coach Search And More Mailbag
Q: What do you think about Tom Noy's next visit?
There hasn't been much to talk about lately, but maybe we should discuss the lack of news in Notre Dame sports.
IB Nation Sportsbeat: The Notre Dame DB Coach Search And More Mailbag
Q: What are the chances Michael Shrewsbury is back coaching Notre Dame next year?
I'd give it a solid 8.5; there will be discussions at the end of the year about what to change moving forward.
IB Nation Sportsbeat: The Notre Dame DB Coach Search And More Mailbag
Q: What is the status of the search for the new defensive backs coach?
They're swinging for the fences to find an accomplished defensive backs coach and there are many interested candidates.
Interview With Notre Dame Women's Basketball Player Cassandre Prosper
Q: What's your message to Notre Dame Women's Basketball fans over these next two months of the season?
Keep watching. Keep cheering us on.
Interview With Notre Dame Women's Basketball Player Cassandre Prosper
Q: How do you think that the decision to come to college early has paid off now, three years later?
I think I've gained a lot of experience, and it was a challenge that forced me to grow.

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7. Brian Smith
8. Joe Theismann

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