ND Report for Sunday, October 5thWIBC VoicerSuggested Lead:Notre Dame is now over the .500 on the season at 3-2 with a win Saturday over Boise State. Len Clark reports.Freshman quarterback CJ Carr threw for two touchdowns, while Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price combined for more than 180 yards on the ground and two touchdowns as the Fighting Irish rolled past Boise State, 28–7. The Irish defense came up big by forcing four Maddux Madsen interceptions and shutting down the Broncos’ air attack. It

Suggested Lead:This afternoon in South Bend, it’s a clash of strength and a test of vulnerabilities for Notre Dame against Boise State. Len Clark has more.Boise State quarterback Maddux Madsen is on a tear averaging just under 300 yards a game with nine touchdown passes. He’s got weapons too, with Chris Marshall and Latrell Caples making big plays downfield. But here’s the storyline: Notre Dame’s secondary has given up more than 260 yards a game through the air. So the question begs, can the Irish

Suggested Lead:Notre Dame looks to keep its momentum going tomorrow when the Irish host Boise State. Len Clark reports.The Irish ground game has been dominant with Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price combining for over 600 yards and 14 touchdowns, while quarterback CJ Carr is playing with poise and completing nearly 70 percent of his passes with nine scores. So, what are the keys for an Irish victory over Boise State? Slow down the Broncos balanced attack led by quarterback Maddux Madsen and running

Suggested Lead:As the Irish get ready for Boise State, there’s one hidden stat that could tell the story. Here’s Len Clark.First time opponent Boise State has dominated the first quarter this season, outscoring opponents 55 to 7. The Broncos love to strike early, putting teams back on their heels. But Notre Dame’s strength has been in the middle quarters —piling up 66 points in the second and 35 more in the third. So, Saturday, it may come down to who dictates the rhythm—Boise with its fast start,

Suggested Lead:Notre Dame is 2-2 overall and will now turn its attention to Boise State, and the Irish defense knows it faces a dual threat quarterback. Len Clark has more.Head coach Marcus Freeman says Boise State quarterback Maddux Madson has the tools to keep the Notre Dame defenses off balance, and he’s capable of stretching the field with his arm while making plays with his legs.Freeman (:08)In - “They got..”Out - “…defense again.” It means discipline in the pass rush and tight coverage on the

Suggested Lead:#21 Notre Dame heads into the game this week with Boise State at two and two, and stats tell the story according to Len Clark.The Irish are averaging six point seven yards per play and have scored one hundred and twenty points in their first four games. Jadarian Price and Jeremiyah Love have combined for nearly seven hundred and fifty all-purpose yards, while C.J. Carr is completing better than sixty-six percent of his passes. The challenge, though, is on defense where the Irish have

Suggested Lead:Notre Dame didn’t just beat Arkansas—they dismantled them with precision as Len Clark reports.CJ Carr threw for 354 yards and four touchdowns and the Irish backfield did the rest with Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price combining for six touchdowns, powering a ground game that churned out 210 yards. Notre Dame was efficient going six of ten on third down, was perfect in the red zone, and had no turnovers. The Irish are now 2-2 on the season with the 56 to 13 win over the Razorbacks. Len

Suggested Lead:Notre Dame heads into Fayetteville for its first-ever matchup with Arkansas, and all eyes are on the Irish defense. Len Clark has more.Through three games, Notre Dame has allowed nearly 290 passing yards per contest, a number that must improve against an SEC opponent eager to throw the football. Linebacker Drayk Bowen anchors a unit that has shown flashes, while a banged up secondary looks to rebound after giving up too many explosive plays. If the Irish can pressure the quarterback

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Suggested Lead:Notre Dame’s offense is rolling, but can the defense keep pace against Arkansas? Len Clark reports.The Irish offense has been electric, averaging over 420 yards per game behind quarterback CJ Carr and running backs Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price. But the challenge this week is clear; can the defense contain an SEC passing attack after giving up nearly 290 yards per game through the air? That answer could decide whether the Irish leave Razorback Stadium Saturday with momentum, or

Suggested Lead:Notre Dame’s offense is gaining confidence with freshman quarterback CJ Carr at the helm. Len Clark reports.A key audible by Carr for a touchdown showed his poise, and the Irish continue to lean on the unselfish one-two punch of Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price. Love says the Irish believe the only team that can slow them down is themselves.Love (:07)IN- “We believe…”Out-“…is ourselves.”That confidence will be tested Saturday when Notre Dame visits Arkansas. Len Clark, Network

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Notre Dame didn’t just beat Purdue this past Saturday, they redefined efficiency. Len Clark has more.The Irish ran only 63 plays yet piled up 56 points, averaging nearly nine yards every snap. QB CJ Carr threw just 12 passes and accounted for 223 yards. Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price combined for five rushing touchdowns and a kickoff return that felt like a lightning strike. This wasn’t football by volume. It was football by precision and for the first time this season, the Irish showed what

Suggested Lead:Notre Dame rollied past Purdue 56-30 behind a breakout game from running back Jadarian Price. Len Clark reports.The junior scored four touchdowns, including a dazzling 100-yard kickoff return, helping the Irish earn their first win of the season. After the game, Price talked about what sparked his performance:Price 1 - :10Price also had three rushing scores as Notre Dame piled up over 500 yards of total offense. Len Clark, Network IndianaBuy Me a Coffee and Support The 'Len' Zone

Notre Dame looks to get back on track this afternoon at Notre Dame Stadium when the Fighting Irish host long-time rival Purdue. Len Clark has more.It’s the 89th meeting between the two programs, with the Irish holding a commanding advantage in the series. Freshman quarterback CJ Carr has opened his career with back-to-back 200-yard passing games, and he’ll lean on running backs Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price to establish the ground attack. The Irish defense, which gave up 41 points a week ago,

Notre Dame is still searching for its first win as they welcome Purdue to Notre Dame Stadium tomorrow. Len Clark reports.Freshman quarterback CJ Carr has shown poise in two tight losses, but now needs that breakthrough performance to spark the Irish. The ground game will be critical, with Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price expected to set the tone against the Boilermakers’ front. And after surrendering 41 points to Texas A&M, the Irish defense knows it must tighten up against a less explosive Purdue

Suggested Lead:Notre Dame is looking to rebound against Purdue and get back to playing “Notre Dame football.” Len Clark has more.Notre Dame’s defense has given up 68 points through its first two games, which is uncharacteristic of the Irish the past few seasons. Linebacker Kingstonn Viliamu-Asa says there is a way to turn things around.VILIAMU-ASA (:05)In - “We just…"Out - “…effort."A win over the Boilermakers would steady the season and restore confidence heading into the heart of the schedule. Len

Notre Dame may be winless, but confidence in freshman quarterback CJ Carr hasn’t wavered. Len Clark has more.Carr has shown poise through two tough losses, and Quarterbacks Coach Gino Guidugli believes his young signal caller is ready for the challenge.Guidugli - :07In - “But he can…"Out - “…be confident."The Irish look for Carr’s first signature win when they face Purdue this Saturday at Notre Dame Stadium. Len Clark, Network Indiana.Click to read The 'Len' ZoneBuy Me a Coffee and Support The 'Len'

Network Indiana VoicerSuggested Lead:Notre Dame is looking for consistency and its first win of the 2025 season. Len Clark has more.Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman says the Irish must find consistency after opening the season with back-to-back losses. Freeman pointed to breakdowns on defense, missed chances on offense, and mistakes on special teams as reasons for falling short. He emphasized accountability from coaches and players and said preparation for Purdue this week must focus on

Notre Dame is 0-2 on the young season going into this weekend’s game against Purdue, in a must win game. Len Clark has more.Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman says the difference in last Saturday’s one-point loss to Texas A&M came down to execution. Freeman emphasized it’s not about the play-calling, but how well the team carries out those calls on the field. The Irish struggled to generate pressure on defense and gave up explosive plays, while a botched extra point proved costly. Freeman added