Listen to what the head coach of the Cardinals and various players said after their win over the Fighting Irish:

Thinking long term, which seems apropos since it’s that February turn for the home stretch of the season, there’s a singular vision that haunts. And, no, it’s not Kasean Pryor firing a triple, thereby pushing good fortune during far and away his signature performance of the year.

Virtually all major college football prospects now finalize their plans in December as the February signing date has faded in relevance.

Foley led Notre Dame with 20 points while Hempsell accounted for 13 points. Kelsey Wood and Victoria Bucchere chipped in six points apiece for Notre Dame (11-7). Katie Corby recorded 12 points, six rebounds and three steals while posted a stat line of eight points, eight boards and three steals for Steinert (11-8).

5-star running back Kemon Spell told Hayes Fawcett of Rivals.com on Monday that he is committing to Georgia over offers from Penn State, Notre Dame, Ohio State and Miami. Spell is the No. 1 running back and No. 7 overall player in the 2027 class, per 247Sports' composite.

Notre Dame track star Jadin O'Brien made the U.S. Olympic bobsled team just two weeks after starting the sport, overcoming childhood illness.

The Fighting Irish have uncommon continuity on offense returning from a 10-2 team as they prep for the 2026 season.

Fields spent four seasons in Virginia, showcasing his consistency as a pass-catcher. He transferred to Notre Dame last offseason. He is a former 3-star recruit in the 2021 class. Dame Parson is the lead host of the Locked On NFL Draft podcast. He also serves as co-host of the Scouting Room NFL Podcast alongside Daniel Harms.