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North Carolina lost 37-26 to No. 3 Notre Dame at Kenan Stadium, ending their season with a 2-2 record. Despite a 21-7 deficit in the second quarter, UNC mounted a comeback attempt fueled by a 98-yard kickoff return and a methodical 97-yard drive. However, two interceptions by quarterback Billy Edwards and Notre Dame’s dominant rushing attack sealed the victory for the Irish, who improved to 5-0.
No. 3 Notre Dame defeated North Carolina 37-26 in Chapel Hill, securing their first ACC victory. The game was defined by a rain-soaked second half where Notre Dame’s rushing attack dominated, overcoming a shaky first-half defense that allowed UNC to briefly threaten an upset.
Notre Dame defeated North Carolina 37-26 in Chapel Hill, securing a fifth straight win against the Tar Heels. The game featured a dramatic second-half surge by UNC, including a 98-yard kickoff return, but the Irish responded with a dominant rushing attack. Freshman running back Jonaz Walton had a breakout performance, gaining 92 yards in the second half, while quarterback CJ Carr managed the clock effectively despite wet conditions. North Carolina’s defense briefly threatened an upset but ultimately could not contain Notre Dame’s physical ground game.
No. 3 Notre Dame defeated North Carolina 37-26 in a rain-soaked ACC clash, securing their first conference victory. Despite a sloppy first half and a struggling rushing attack early, the Irish relied on quarterback CJ Carr’s clutch play and a dominant second-half ground game to close out the game. North Carolina briefly threatened an upset but could not sustain momentum against Notre Dame’s aggressive fourth-down conversions.
Notre Dame defeated Rice 52-0 in a dominant performance, with quarterback CJ Carr throwing four touchdowns and the defense forcing five fumbles. While the Irish controlled the game, analysts noted a lackluster rushing attack, averaging only 3.7 yards per carry, despite the lopsided score.
Notre Dame defeated Rice 52-0 in a dominant performance, securing a shutout and extending CJ Carr’s touchdown pass streak. While the victory was lopsided, analysts noted that the Irish’s running game remains a concern despite the overwhelming win.
Notre Dame shook off a slow start at Lambeau Field to pull away from Wisconsin 41-13 in the season opener. CJ Carr went 19-of-29 for 239 yards and two TDs, while Aneyas Williams (two rushing TDs) and Nolan James Jr. (one) sparked a more efficient Irish ground game after halftime. The defense, led by D.J. McKinney’s 55-yard pick-six, held Wisconsin to 67 rushing yards, and ND surged from a 13-10 halftime deficit to pull away in the second half before hosting Rice next week.
Bleacher Report's pre‑Week 1 ranking for the 2026 Heisman puts Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith at No. 1 in a QB-dominated field, with Dante Moore (Oregon), Darian Mensah (Miami), Trinidad Chambliss (Ole Miss), and CJ Carr (Notre Dame) rounding out the top five; Arch Manning and Julian Sayin remain popular contenders, and team success—especially Notre Dame’s defense and Ole Miss’ tough schedule—could heavily influence voting once Week 1 production unfolds.
A profile of CJ Carr, Notre Dame's quarterback and philosophy major, balancing a demanding season with deep intellectual inquiry—from Kant’s Critique of Pure Reason to team-ethics debates—while evolving into a captain, training with top QB coach Will Hewlett, and entering Heisman buzz as the Irish pursue their first national title in decades after a strong freshman year.
The 2026 Heisman race centers on seven standout players—primarily quarterbacks, with Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith emerging as a top non-QB contender—highlighting the trophy’s QB-centric history while leaving room for surprises via injuries or unexpected breakthroughs as Week Zero approaches.
Notre Dame opened fall camp with high energy and several key takeaways: CJ Carr looks ready to contribute and lead theQB competition, Ashton Craig may play center or guard, potentially expanding the RG rotation, DJ McKinney joins a talented secondary alongside Jayden Sanders and Leonard Moore, Quincy Porter and Jaden Greathouse are healthy additions to the receiving corps, and the QB2 battle is shaping the depth chart as practice continues with more updates to come.
Notre Dame's first August practice featured early offensive misfires and a patient coach's plan, but quarterback CJ Carr demonstrated trust and capability behind a deep defense, with freshmen and transfers flashing potential as the program begins a long-build toward the opener.
On Day 1 of Notre Dame fall camp, CJ Carr looked like the likely starter, with two young quarterbacks also turning heads with encouraging early impressions.
After a controversial CFP exclusion and a bowl-less season, Notre Dame is determined to control its playoff destiny in 2026, riding a strong returning defense, an experienced quarterback in CJ Carr, and a stable coaching staff. The Irish must start fast after last year’s early stumbles, opening the season at Lambeau Field against Wisconsin, with a relatively light Top 25 slate looming, and no room for another slow start.
No. 16 Notre Dame defeated NC State 36-7, extending their winning streak to four games, with strong performances from quarterback C.J. Carr and a dominant second-half defense, while NC State struggled with turnovers and offensive production.