Tyler Wojciak dives into another Friday Mailbag ahead of Notre Dame’s critical showdown with Texas A&M. Tyler answers fan-submitted questions about the Irish’s sense of urgency, Mike Denbrock’s offensive play-calling, CJ Carr’s rushing workload, and how Mike Elko and the Aggies might defend Jeremiyah Love. He also discusses Texas A&M’s traveling fan base, the impact of alcohol sales at Notre Dame Stadium, and whether the AP Poll’s controversial rankings still matter.

Notre Dame football is set for a massive recruiting weekend as Marcus Freeman’s eighth-ranked Irish host No. 16 Texas A&M under the lights in South Bend. Tyler Wojciak is joined by recruiting analyst Eric Thomas from Irish Illustrated to break down why this weekend is crucial for Notre Dame’s future. They discuss the top visitors to watch, including legacy prospect Julius Jones Jr., the strategy behind bringing 2026 commits back to campus, and which five-star names along the trenches could be game-changers. Eric also shares his impressions of the 2026 class so far and what this weekend could mean for the Irish’s long-term recruiting momentum.

The No. 8 Notre Dame Fighting Irish are set to host the No. 16 Texas A&M Aggies in a huge showdown. Tyler Wojciak breaks down the Aggies’ offense, defense, and special teams, explains why this game feels like a must-win for Marcus Freeman’s squad, and gives his prediction for how it will play out in South Bend.

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman spoke to the media for the first time since the Irish’s disappointing loss to Miami, and he didn’t hold back. Tyler Wojciak breaks down Freeman’s biggest takeaways, from the emotional toll of the loss to how the Irish used the bye week to reset. Freeman detailed what went wrong against Miami, how the staff plans to get Jeremiyah Love and CJ Carr more involved, and why this Saturday’s matchup against Texas A&M is a defining moment for the program.

Notre Dame football is gearing up for a huge Week 3 showdown against Texas A&M, and Tyler Wojciak is joined by Texas A&M Beat Writer Carter Karels from GigEm247 to break down Saturday’s showdown between the Fighting Irish and Texas A&M. They discuss Mike Elko’s second year leading the Aggies, how QB Marcel Reed and the offense have evolved, whether the defensive front can reload after losing three NFL draft picks, and how much last year’s fourth-quarter collapse against Notre Dame still hangs over College Station.

Notre Dame fans have plenty of questions after the disappointing loss to Miami, and Tyler Wojciak attempts to answer them in another Friday Mailbag. Tyler breaks down the most pressing issues facing the Irish, including Mike Denbrock’s play calling, Marcus Freeman’s role in game management, and the underutilization of star running back Jeremiyah Love. Tyler also evaluates Christian Gray’s up-and-down play across from Leonard Moore, whether the offensive line’s struggles go deeper than expected, and how the captains can bounce back as leaders after tough performances. Finally, he looks ahead to Texas A&M with questions about the bye week, playoff scenarios, and what to expect from the home opener atmosphere.

Notre Dame’s season-opening loss to Miami raised more questions than answers, but what does it really mean for Marcus Freeman, CJ Carr, and the Irish moving forward? Tyler Wojciak breaks it all down with Irish Illustrated’s Tim O’Malley, covering Freeman’s track record after losses, CJ Carr’s debut under the lights, Notre Dame’s struggles on the offensive and defensive lines, and how the Irish can regroup ahead of a massive showdown against Texas A&M.

Notre Dame fell short in the season opener against Miami, but it wasn’t all bad. Tyler Wojciak is joined by longtime friend and former co-host Luke Smith for their traditional final thoughts segment. Luke was in the building and kicks things off with his “boots on the ground” report from Hard Rock Stadium. Then, they share three things they liked and three things they didn’t. They close with a quick lookahead to Texas A&M.

Notre Dame’s comeback bid came up short against the Miami Hurricanes, and the Irish start the season 0-1. Tyler Wojciak reacts to the fallout from the loss, sorting through the hottest takes and strongest statements from fans and media. Are the Irish really doomed, or is this just noise? Tyler plays the game of overreaction, under reaction, or right on point to break down what the loss says about Notre Dame’s offense, defense, and Marcus Freeman’s program.

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish fell to the Miami Hurricanes 27-24 in the season opener of the 2025 college football season. Tyler Wojciak recaps the game and provides his instant reaction.

College football is officially back, and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish will take on the Miami Hurricanes on Sunday Night in Hard Rock Stadium. Locked on Irish host Tyler Wojciak joins Locked on Canes host Alex Conno for this special crossover episode. Will C.J. Carr lead Notre Dame to victory, or can Carson Beck's arm propel Miami to an upset? They break down the quarterback battles, defensive overhauls, and game-changing players set to impact this top-10 showdown. From Chris Ash's new-look Irish defense to Miami's revamped secondary, every angle is covered. They also dissect key matchups, including the potential X-factors Will Pauling and Elijah Lofton. Special teams strategy and the critical importance of establishing the run game take center stage as both teams vie for a statement win.

Notre Dame football fans have questions, and host Tyler Wojciak has the answers in this week’s Friday Mailbag. With the Irish set to kick off the season against Miami, Tyler breaks down CJ Carr’s responsibilities at the line of scrimmage, which pass catcher could have a breakout game, and why the “middle 8” will be critical to Saturday’s matchup. He also discusses Notre Dame’s wide receiver rotation, Cam Williams’ development, and how this year’s roster compares to last year’s from top to bottom. To close out, Tyler answers fun fan questions on watching games with friends (or girlfriends), finding the perfect game-day spot, and whether the Irish have the talent to bring home a title.

Notre Dame travels to Miami for a season-opening showdown with the Hurricanes, and Tyler Wojciak is joined by Miami insider Manny Navarro of The Athletic to preview the matchup. Manny shares what he’s most confident about with this Miami team, the biggest question marks, how important this night is for Mario Cristobal and his program, and what kind of environment Notre Dame fans can expect at Hard Rock Stadium. Then, the conversation dives into the Hurricanes’ offense, defense, special teams, and what it will take for Notre Dame to leave Miami with a win.

Notre Dame and Miami square off in one of the most anticipated season openers in college football. Tyler Wojciak previews the matchup from every angle: why this night means everything to Miami, how Notre Dame can crash the Hurricanes’ long-awaited party, full scouting reports on both sides of the ball, the keys on special teams, and his official prediction for Sunday night.

Notre Dame kicks off the 2025 college football season in less than a week, and the Irish will attempt to make it back to the National Championship. Tyler Wojciak of delivers a comprehensive preview of the 2025 season. He breaks down each game on the schedule, examining where the Irish face their toughest challenges and where they can build momentum, before sharing his official record prediction and postseason outlook.

It’s officially game week for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish as they prepare to take on the Miami Hurricanes in the season opener of the 2025 college football season. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith for their 6th Annual Notre Dame Football Preseason Awards Show. From predicting Notre Dame’s 2025 MVP to handing out custom awards like the “Club Fever” Freshman of the Year and the “Brothers Bar & Grill” clutch-but-frustrating unit, it’s a fun and tradition-packed episode to kick off game week.

Fall camp is in the rearview, and Tyler Wojciak reveals the final Top 5 Friday of the offseason. First, Tyler reacts to the SEC’s new 9-game conference schedule and explains what it means (or doesn’t mean) for Notre Dame’s independence, and shares his thoughts on the new football-specific Leprechaun logo. Then, Tyler breaks down the five players who made the biggest moves during Notre Dame’s preseason. From CJ Carr winning the quarterback job to a freshman running back climbing the depth chart, these are the players who reshaped expectations heading into Week 1.

Notre Dame has named CJ Carr as the starting quarterback over Kenny Minchey, and it’s one of the biggest decisions Marcus Freeman has made as head coach. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Irish Sports Daily’s Jamie Uyeyama to break down why the staff chose Carr, how the offense will look different with him at the helm, and what this means for Kenny Minchey going forward. Plus, Jamie shares his biggest takeaways from fall camp, including surprising position battles, potential breakout players, and a deep dive into Notre Dame’s schedule.

Notre Dame football has made its biggest decision of the offseason: CJ Carr has been named the starting quarterback over Kenny Minchey. Tyler Wojciak breaks down how Marcus Freeman and the Irish coaching staff landed on Carr, why the decision caught many by surprise after reports throughout fall camp, and what this means for both Carr and Minchey moving forward. Plus, how Carr’s arm talent and football IQ could take the Irish offense to a level it hasn’t reached since the Brady Quinn era, and why Minchey still plays a critical role for Notre Dame’s 2025 season.

Notre Dame is finished with fall camp and now they are gearing up for the season opener against the Miami Hurricanes. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Pete Sampson from The Athletic to preview the 2025 Notre Dame football season. They compare the current fan excitement level to past years, dive deep into the quarterback battle between Kenny Minchey and CJ Carr, and break down the six newly named captains. Plus, they discuss breakout players, the biggest strengths and weaknesses on the roster, and which games could define Notre Dame’s season.