Best of IB: Talking Notre Dame, Playoff Predictions and 24-Team Playoff With Bill Bender

Mike Denbrock Talks Malachi Fields, Beaux Collins and Malik Nabors

Notre Dame Offensive Coordinator Mike Denbrock joins Bob Papa and Carl Banks to give some intel on Malachi Fields, Beaux Collins, and Malik Nabers, whom he coached at LSU. He offers insight into their talent and competitive drive. He also shares why Marcus Freeman has them positioned for another championship run and why the Irish continue to earn the reputation of Tight End U. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Best of IB: Notre Dame Opponent Preview: Wisconsin Badgers

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing the Notre Dame opponent preview series with a deep dive into the Wisconsin Badgers, examining their 2025 season, the pressure facing head coach Luke Fickell, and expectations for 2026. We wrap up the episode by answering listener questions in the latest Notre Dame Daily Mailbag, covering a wide range of topics surrounding the Irish and the upcoming season. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Best of IB: Talking Notre Dame, Playoff Predictions and 24-Team Playoff With Bill Bender

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing college football with analyst Bill Bender to break down his outlook for Notre Dame heading into the 2026 season, including where he believes the Irish fit among the sport’s top contenders. We also dive into his early College Football Playoff predictions and discuss the growing debate over expanding the postseason to a 24-team format. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Best of IB: Notre Dame 2026 Schedule Analysis - Biggest Storylines

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing the 2026 Notre Dame schedule that features plenty of familiar faces, with half the slate made up of rivals and longtime opponents, creating a challenging but manageable path. The discussion examines whether the offense or defense will face the tougher tests, which teams improved the most through the transfer portal, and whether concerns about the schedule's depth beyond the top contenders are justified. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Notre Dame Football Mailbag - Part V

Irish Breakdown answers questions about Notre Dame Football, College Football, Irish Recruiting and much more in the latest Notre Dame Football Mailbag! This is part five of the show. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.