How Notre Dame's offense took a step vs. Louisville as ND's key to a College Football Playoff spot

Notre Dame's offense took a step forward in its 31-24 win against No. 15 Louisville. It's a boon as the Irish try to unlock their offensive potential, which is the key to a College Football Playoff Berth.

Marcus Freeman talks Notre Dame's 31-24 win over Louisville
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In a top-20 showdown, Notre Dame showed up. The Irish held off Louisville 31-24, and head coach Marcus Freeman talked about the win.

Quick takes from No. 16 Notre Dame vs. No. 15 Louisville

Here are our quick takes from the top-20 showdown at Notre Dame Stadium between the Irish and Cardinals.

No. 16 Notre Dame faces another big challenge against No. 15 Louisville's high-scoring offense

The Cardinals are looking to make a statement after a soft early schedule while Notre Dame is trying to reassert itself as a playoff contender following an inexplicable Week 2 loss to Northern Illinois.

No. 17 Notre Dame shakes off sluggish start in 28-3 win over Miami (Ohio)

The Irish woke up offensively late in the half. Leonard marched the offense 87 yards in 10 plays and took the ball to the end zone on a zig-zagging eight-yard run with 3:33 left in the second quarter.

AP Top 25 Takeaways: Marcus Freeman again is explaining a stunning loss at Notre Dame 3 years in

Freeman can now add Saturday's stunning home loss to 28-point underdog Northern Illinois to a resume that already includes being upset at home by Marshall and a Stanford team that was in the midst of a 3-9 season back in 2022.

Northern Illinois, Notre Dame and the upset that ripped up the college football narratives

Northern Illinois walked into Notre Dame Stadium and beat the No. 5 Irish 16-14. It was a moment that could change the entire season trajectory for both programs and ripped up written Week 1 narratives from both teams.

Marcus Freeman talks Notre Dame's upset loss to NIU
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Notre Dame, a week after its inspiring win over Texas A&M, fell to NIU at home. Marcus Freeman talked about the loss.

FOX Sports' top 5 non-conference games of the 2024 college football season

Here is a look at five non-conference games on this year's college football schedule that I believe will impact my rankings and ultimately shape the CFP, according to FOX Sports.

Texas A&M-Notre Dame matchup will be in prime time on ABC on Aug. 31

The first full week of the upcoming college football season will feature a Saturday tripleheader on ABC, including Texas A&M hosting Notre Dame in prime time.