Irish Illustrated Insider reviews Notre Dame’s domination of Pittsburgh Saturday and takes an extensive look ahead at Clemson and beyond as the Irish attempt to lock down a Major 6 Bowl Berth.
Irish Illustrated's Tim O'Malley and FootballScoop's national college football writer and Irish Illustrated Contributor John Brice react to Notre Dame's 58-7 victory over Pitt.
Irish Illustrated Insider looks into the 20-point underdog Panthers' possible path to the four-quarter affair, the alternate likelihood that Notre Dame’s defense will continue to dominate, and indulges in assistant coach carousel discussions—namely, a defensive coordinator that will likely have enviable job offers at season’s end.
Irish Illustrated Insider offers its initial thoughts on Notre Dame’s matchup against long-time rival Pittsburgh and examines the weekend that was in college football as Notre Dame received much-needed respite following a resounding victory over USC.
Irish Illustrated Insider runs the gamut of off-field conversation: who will stay or go? Who’s the breakout player to date? What can the offense do over four games to change your mind? And where does Marcus Freeman fall short of Brian Kelly? And do you care?
Irish Illustrated Insider examines Notre Dame’s wire-to-wire handling of archival USC and reigning Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams. (Imagine that deck head one week ago, Irish fans.)
Last night Irish Illustrated Insider's Tim Prister, Tim O'Malley, and John Brice reacted live to Notre Dame's dominant 48-20 home victory against rival #10 USC. They discussed the Irish defense's performance against Caleb Williams and the improved offensive line. They also reacted to fan questions and talked about Notre Dame's potential record at the end of the season.
Irish Illustrated Insider examines Notre Dame’s matchup with archrival USC. Where are the Trojans vulnerable? Can the Irish take advantage? Will Notre Dame’s running game prowess return? And how can anyone contain Caleb Williams for 60 minutes in an otherwise back-and-forth contest?
Irish Illustrated Insider reviews Notre Dame’s unexpected no-show at Louisville. What went right (defensively)? What went wrong (offensively)? And where will the Irish improve most? Because here comes USC.
Irish Illustrated Insider discusses Notre Dame’s matchup with No. 25 Louisville. What do the Cardinals do well? Where are they vulnerable? At what position might Louisville have and advantage over Notre Dame’s personnel? And will the Irish OL return to form after a one-week letdown in Durham?
Irish Illustrated Insider delves into Duke for the final time—hey, you asked often. What went wrong for the offense? What went right for the defense? And can we get some more (Jeremiyah) Love?
Irish Illustrated Insider examines Notre Dame’s myriad of favorable matchups vs. Duke while discussing a few troublesome possibilities in the mix. Will the Irish be fully focused after a season-altering last-minute in South Bend last Saturday?
Irish Illustrated Insider’s Tim Prister and Tim O’Malley…well…we review the Ohio State game. All 60 minutes rather than the first 56. What went right amid the wrong? What hurt most, and where do the Irish go from here?
Irish Illustrated Insider delves into the much-anticipated matchup between Notre Dame and Ohio State. Biggest game since? If not now, when? Where are the Irish advantages and disadvantages, and what might have been overlooked as the teams approach game day?
Irish Illustrated Insider puts a bow on Game #4 vs. Central Michigan before quickly turning its attention to Saturday’s much-anticipated matchup with the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Central Michigan is on tap, but Ohio State looms. Can the Irish focus on the task at hand with one of the nation’s marquee non-conference games this season on the horizon?
From pass rush (better than you think) to rushing lanes (not enough) to play-action successes (again), Irish Illustrated Insider reviews Notre Dame’s 45-24 victory in Raleigh.
Irish Illustrated Insider examines a handful of key matchups for Saturday’s contest in Raleigh: Can the Irish wide receivers extricate? Can Brennan Armstrong consistently move the chains? Will the Irish offensive line allow Sam Hartman to flourish? And what about the yet-to-be-tested strength of the Irish, the cornerback crew?
The Irish Illustrated crew of Tim Prister and John Brice share their final thoughts on Notre Dame's win over Tennessee State, evaluate just how good the Irish defense can be, and look forward to this weekend's road game at NC State.
Irish Illustrated Insider takes a final look at last week’s sterling Irish performance and turns its eye to a few keys to monitor this weekend that might bode well for future football Saturdays.
Irish Illustrated Insider examines Notre Dame’s sterling opening act against Navy. What can repeat throughout the season? What about it was clearly a one-off vs. a smaller foe? And how can the Irish best utilize the program’s first-ever matchup against an FCS foe on the gridiron Saturday in South Bend?
Recorded Live at " The Bar " the Irish Illustrated Insider crew delves deep into the season-opening matchup this Saturday vs. the Midshipmen and takes questions from the fans.
Irish Illustrated Insider delves into the depth chart discussion leading into the Navy contest, finds a consensus regarding the necessary breakout player on both sides of the ball, and examines how the Irish offense can avoid another ‘Tale of Two Halves’ this weekend vs. the Midshipmen.
Irish Illustrated Insider puts a bow on its camp coverage with a look at young players who earned snaps, the potential of the wide receivers' room, the rise of the defense from spring to today, and the expected highs and potential lows for new quarterback Sam Hartman . If you are in Dublin next Friday, we are recording the podcast live from "The Bar" at 1:oo pm. Please join us and have a pint with the Irish Illustrated Team. https://thebardublin2.ie Shopping Centre, Unit B1B, St Stephen's Green,...
Irish Illustrated Insider discusses post-camp questions ranging from the vexing play of two wide receivers, the (mid-season?) potential of two young tight ends, the team’s top projected freshmen, and camp’s trash talkers extraordinaire as Notre Dame enters game-week preparations for Navy. Sponsored By: Some things are just made for each other – like tailgates and touchdowns. We’re adding one more pair to the list: Aer Lingus and college football! Join us in Dublin this August for the Aer Lingus ...
Irish Illustrated Insider examines the rise of Notre Dame’s defensive interior, the plateau of its wide receivers, a surprise starter up front, and the emergence of a few young players who must be counted on in 2023. Sponsored by: Some things are just made for each other – like tailgates and touchdowns. We’re adding one more pair to the list: Aer Lingus and college football! Join us in Dublin this August for the Aer Lingus College Football Classic . Too soon? Plan your winter or spring break now...
Irish Illustrated Insider delves into its last two practice viewings and interviews with quarterbacks and safeties rooms. The three-man crew further examines Notre Dame’s perpetual presence in conference realignment. It (thankfully) shifts gears with a mid-camp look at positions with new questions following some early answers.
Irish Illustrated Insider discusses position battles up front on both sides of scrimmage, the all-important pass-rush candidates, a few games of potential peril on the slate, and the athletic department’s impending deal with Under Armour. Sponsored by: First impressions matter. There are no two ways around it. And your face is most likely the first thing someone notices about you. How your skin looks will determine, good or bad, the impression. Decide it’s time to put your best face forward and ...
Irish Illustrated Insider takes a deep dive into the handful (or less?) position battles for Notre Dame after one week, offers a few over/under for key personnel, and opines on the team’s base offensive and defensive approach after watching the competition in parts of four practices to date. Sponsored by: First impressions matter. There are no two ways around it. And your face is most likely the first thing someone notices about you. How your skin looks will determine, good or bad, the impressio...
Irish Illustrated Insider reviews its first two practice viewings, focusing first on Gerad Parker’s new offense, with Segment 2 a heavy review on the defense and the best unit we have seen to date, Mike Mickens’ cornerbacks crew.
