Rapid Fire: The Must See TV Notre Dame Football Players And Assistant Coaches, Balogun's Back For USA World Cup

Notre Dame Football Independence Remains Intact

Coming out of Independence Day weekend in the U.S.A., we reflect on Notre Dame football's independence, what it means in 2026 and our confidence in it continuing in an era of dramatic change. We also start the show with thoughts on the new Patrick Kramer Dining Room inside Notre Dame's new Shields Family Hall. 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 [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.

Rapid Fire: The Must See TV Notre Dame Football Players And Assistant Coaches, Balogun's Back For USA World Cup

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Netflix followed four NFL quarterbacks last season for its "Quarterback" series that will premiere this month. What three Notre Dame football players would you want to see featured in a similar season-encompassing series? What two Fighting Irish assistant football coaches would you pick? Thoughts on FIFA overturning the red card Folarin Balogun incurred in last week’s win over Bosnia and Herzegovina. 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 [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's Portal Class On Defense Is Just What The Irish Needed

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing how Notre Dame's defensive transfer portal additions could shape the 2026 season, focusing on key reinforcements at defensive tackle, cornerback, and defensive end. The team explains why each addition was needed and what expectations should be for players like Francis Brewu, Tionne Gray, DJ McKinney, Jayden Sanders, and Keon Keeley. 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 Defense Has Loads Of Star Power

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing the abundance of star potential on Notre Dame's defense, led by proven standout Leonard Moore and a host of emerging playmakers. The show breaks down which defenders are poised to become the next stars and why their development could elevate the Irish defense to an elite level. 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 To Face Several Talented QB In 2026

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion the Irish Breakdown team had discussing the top quarterbacks Notre Dame will face in 2026, highlighting a schedule loaded with talented signal callers. From proven veterans to intriguing wildcards, the team examines the toughest QB challenges awaiting the Irish defense. 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.