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Irish Breakdown

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Notre Dame Football
College Football
Linebackers
Notre Dame
Defensive Line
Jack Kaiser
Drake Bowen
Team USA
Marcus Freeman
Al Golden
Notre Dame Secondary
Texas A&M
Tosh Baker
Jalen Snead
Texas A&M Football
Football Secondary
Xavier Watts
Olympics
Viper Position
Pass Rush

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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Notre Dame landed a big time commitment from Texas running back Lathan Whisenton. The IB team breaks down his commitment, talks about his impact on the class and dives into the film!

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Irish Breakdown got a chance to see the first four periods of the latest Notre Dame spring practice. They discuss what they saw in part one of today’s Notre Dame Midweek Rundown.

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Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Notre Dame women's basketball player Hannah Hidalgo's snub from the Naismith Player of the Year semifinalist list, Rory McIlroy chimes in on the new Notre Dame golf logo, excitement level for the start of the MLB se... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Hunt
Director of Sports Medicine
Notre Dame
Episode: IB Nation Sportsbeat: Charles Jagusah Injury Update, Marcus Freeman Talks Backup Quarterback Battle, More Spring Thoughts
Lauren Lando
Director of Football Performance
Notre Dame
Episode: IB Nation Sportsbeat: Charles Jagusah Injury Update, Marcus Freeman Talks Backup Quarterback Battle, More Spring Thoughts
Teddy Girard
Quarterback recruit (reclassified to 2026)
Notre Dame
Episode: IB Nation Sportsbeat: Charles Jagusah Injury Update, Marcus Freeman Talks Backup Quarterback Battle, More Spring Thoughts
Tim Priester
Sports journalist
Episode: IB Nation Sportsbeat: Charles Jagusah Injury Update, Marcus Freeman Talks Backup Quarterback Battle, More Spring Thoughts
Mike Golic Jr.
Former Notre Dame offensive lineman, current podcast host
Irish Breakdown guest
Episode: Irish Breakdown and Mike Golic Jr. Talk CJ Carr, Notre Dame OL, 2026 Expectations
Mike Bean
Long-time Notre Dame athletic trainer and co/inventor of the TayCo brace
Notre Dame
Episode: Notre Dame Athletic Trainer Mike Bean Talks Inventing The Revolutionary TayCo Brace
Bryan Jean‑Marie
Notre Dame's new linebackers coach
Notre Dame Football
Episode: Rapid Fire: Brian Jean-Mary Talks Notre Dame Linebackers, Spring Rotation, Name Pronunciation
Bryan Jean-Marie
Notre Dame linebackers coach
Notre Dame
Episode: Notre Dame Linebacker Room Is Deep And Talented
Noah Grubbs
Notre Dame's newest quarterback
Notre Dame
Episode: IB Nation Sportsbeat: Hannah Hidalgo Named ACC Player And Defensive Player Of The Year

Hosts

Bryan Driskell
Co-host of the show and a former college football coach, Bryan has been providing analysis on Notre Dame football for over a decade.
Sean Stires
Co-host and longtime radio host in South Bend, also the play-by-play announcer for the Notre Dame Women's Basketball team.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Faith before football

    Ostermann is described as “a political scientist who studies state capacity, law and regulatory compliance,” but she has also placed much energy in recent years to promoting abortion and to denigrating those who oppose it. A mere listing of just some of her essays and op-eds—most written in collaboration with her one-time colleague Tamara Kay—published in the last five years gives a rather sickening sense of her views: “Medical fraud at crisis pregnancy centers should make us rethink policy”; “B... more

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    Cybersecurity Investigator
    United States2 months ago
  • Schedule

    IRISH

    Navy

    Penn state

    BYU

    Air Force

    Michigan

    Purdue

    Boston college

    Syracuse

    Stanford

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    rj64711229
    United States3 months 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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    Steve 2288
    United States4 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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    Fella4Christ
    United States4 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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    Matt 5237
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of analysis and insights into Notre Dame football that typically cannot be found elsewhere.
There are mixed reviews about the tone and opinions shared, with some finding the hosts occasionally overly critical or opinionated.
The audience enjoys the energetic discussions and camaraderie among the hosts, fostering a sense of community among Notre Dame fans.

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#244
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#96
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#15
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#21
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#23
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Notre Dame Athletic Trainer Mike Bean Talks Inventing The Revolutionary TayCo Brace
Q: How has the TayCo brace evolved in its design and use?
We started with simple casts and handmade pieces, moving to laser-printed prototypes and progressively creating multiple versions for athletes, military, and civilians, while maintaining the core concept of enabling return to function and easier recovery.
Notre Dame Athletic Trainer Mike Bean Talks Inventing The Revolutionary TayCo Brace
Q: What inspired the TayCo brace initially?
The idea emerged about 17 years ago when I was working with football injuries; existing ankle braces were bulky and uncomfortable, so I wanted something that was supportive, functional, and easy to fit, reducing friction and improving the shoe fit.
Notre Dame Linebacker Room Is Deep And Talented
Q: What makes this linebacking group special for Notre Dame in 2026?
The unit combines high-end talent with depth, allowing multiple players to contribute in different roles—rushing the passer, dropping into coverage, and handling various packages—while anticipated returns from Kingston Villamasa add another layer of versatility.
Rapid Fire: Brian Jean-Mary Talks Notre Dame Linebackers, Spring Rotation, Name Pronunciation
Q: What stood out to Bryan Jean‑Marie when he watched his new group of linebackers on film for the first time?
He highlighted the depth of the room, the leadership from players who had already played significant snaps, and the potential to coach them to elevate performance, noting five players with over 100 carries of action and the overall high level of experience.
More Fall Or Spring Practice Access - Notre Dame Football Mailbag
Q: Would you rather have more team access in the spring practice sessions or in the fall?
The hosts favor spring practice access for content generation, though they acknowledge the overall importance of fall access.

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This podcast offers detailed analysis of the Notre Dame Football program, focusing on player performances, coaching strategies, and upcoming challenges. Notable episodes feature discussions on key players' prospects in the NFL Draft, insights from former coaches, and analyses of college football dynamics, particularly around Notre Dame's unique position as an independent school in the college football landscape. The hosts frequently blend sports analysis with personal anecdotes, lighthearted banter, and audience engagement, making it a vibrant platform for both dedicated fans and casual listeners interested in college football. The podcast also dives into women's basketball and various aspects of athletic culture associated with Notre Dame,... more

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2. Lauren Lando
3. Teddy Girard
4. Tim Priester
5. Mike Golic Jr.
6. Mike Bean
7. Bryan Jean‑Marie
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