1 month ago
The news that Tucker Kraft signed a new contract ahead of the Green Bay Packers' 2026 season opener has fired up former teammates, current teammates and fans.
Kraft is getting a four-year contract extension worth $75 million, plus a $26.5 million signing bonus, reports PackersNews' Tom Silverstein.
The tight end signed the contract in Lambeau Field facilities on Saturday before the team departed for Minneapolis for the Week 1 game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Kraft, entering his fourth season, is making his highly anticipated return to game action after he tore his ACL in a Nov. 2 game last season.
He'll look to pick up where he left off prior to the injury. He was having a breakout season where a week prior had set career highs for receptions and receiving yards.
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Kraft is getting a four-year contract extension worth $75 million, plus a $26.5 million signing bonus, reports PackersNews' Tom Silverstein.
The tight end signed the contract in Lambeau Field facilities on Saturday before the team departed for Minneapolis for the Week 1 game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Kraft, entering his fourth season, is making his highly anticipated return to game action after he tore his ACL in a Nov. 2 game last season.
He'll look to pick up where he left off prior to the injury. He was having a breakout season where a week prior had set career highs for receptions and receiving yards.
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1 month ago
Jermichael Finley called the moment "surreal" as he returned to Green Bay last weekend.
Thirteen years after his professional career ended at Lambeau Field following a devastating injury, the former Packers star tight end was back inside the stadium for the beginning of his son's college football career.
Kaydon Finley, Jermichael's oldest son, is a freshman at Notre Dame.
His Fighting Irish kicked off their 2026 season against the Wisconsin Badgers on Sunday, Sept. 6, at Lambeau Field as part of the Shamrock Series, the first college football game at the Packers stadium in 10 years.
"Grateful and proud! What an incredible experience watching Kaydon's first Notre Dame game in Lambeau!" Jermichael wrote. "Being back in GB for this new chapter is beyond surreal! Blessed. And a win to end the night!"
#lambeau #finley #packers #notre
Thirteen years after his professional career ended at Lambeau Field following a devastating injury, the former Packers star tight end was back inside the stadium for the beginning of his son's college football career.
Kaydon Finley, Jermichael's oldest son, is a freshman at Notre Dame.
His Fighting Irish kicked off their 2026 season against the Wisconsin Badgers on Sunday, Sept. 6, at Lambeau Field as part of the Shamrock Series, the first college football game at the Packers stadium in 10 years.
"Grateful and proud! What an incredible experience watching Kaydon's first Notre Dame game in Lambeau!" Jermichael wrote. "Being back in GB for this new chapter is beyond surreal! Blessed. And a win to end the night!"
#lambeau #finley #packers #notre
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Notre Dame football won its 2026 season opener on Sunday night, as the Irish used a huge second half to beat the Wisconsin Badgers in Lambeau Field, 41-13.
There was some bad news during the contest, as star safety Brauntae Johnson was seen walking off the field and into the locker room on his own power, then coming back onto the field in the second half wearing a walking boot. The hope was that the injury would not be a significant one, and that is looking like it will be the case.
Mike Berardino of the South Bend Tribune is reporting that Johnson's injury is minor, and is on his left foot. He goes on to say that he could miss more than a few weeks while recovering, but it is not believed to be a season-ending issue.
In another note that Berardino had, he mentioned that defensive tackle Jayson Onye's injury status has still not been determined, as he was also seen wearing a walking boot in the second half. Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman will speak shortly on these two players, and we'll soon get confirmation on their injury status.
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There was some bad news during the contest, as star safety Brauntae Johnson was seen walking off the field and into the locker room on his own power, then coming back onto the field in the second half wearing a walking boot. The hope was that the injury would not be a significant one, and that is looking like it will be the case.
Mike Berardino of the South Bend Tribune is reporting that Johnson's injury is minor, and is on his left foot. He goes on to say that he could miss more than a few weeks while recovering, but it is not believed to be a season-ending issue.
In another note that Berardino had, he mentioned that defensive tackle Jayson Onye's injury status has still not been determined, as he was also seen wearing a walking boot in the second half. Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman will speak shortly on these two players, and we'll soon get confirmation on their injury status.
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1 month ago
Freshman wide receiver Devin Fitzgerald made his debut donning the blue and gold during Notre Dame's Shamrock Series game against Wisconsin on Sunday.
Fitzgerald – who was selected to the 2026 Hispanic College Football Player of the Year watchlist – didn't play, but his dad Larry Fitzgerald still showed support for him.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver and Arizona Cardinals great posted on social media that it was a "proud dad moment" to see Devin suited up for the Irish at a sold-out Lambeau Field.
"What a day!," Larry Fitzgerald added.
Devin Fitzgerald competed at Brophy College Prep (Ariz.) for three years in his prep career. He compiled career totals in catches (149), receiving yards (2,125) and touchdowns (26). Fitzgerald's career catches are a Brophy school record, and the career yards and TDs are the second-most in program history.
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Fitzgerald – who was selected to the 2026 Hispanic College Football Player of the Year watchlist – didn't play, but his dad Larry Fitzgerald still showed support for him.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver and Arizona Cardinals great posted on social media that it was a "proud dad moment" to see Devin suited up for the Irish at a sold-out Lambeau Field.
"What a day!," Larry Fitzgerald added.
Devin Fitzgerald competed at Brophy College Prep (Ariz.) for three years in his prep career. He compiled career totals in catches (149), receiving yards (2,125) and touchdowns (26). Fitzgerald's career catches are a Brophy school record, and the career yards and TDs are the second-most in program history.
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1 month ago
A controversial replay call late in the first quarter quickly became a major talking point in No. 4 Notre Dame's matchup against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, sparking criticism from fans and ***** ysts, including former Wisconsin star J.J. Watt.
The game was tied 3-3 late in the first quarter when Wisconsin kicker Porath sent a kickoff toward Harrison Bortolotti.
The returner appeared to have a chance at securing the ball, but it sailed through his hands, bounced several times, and eventually landed in the arms of Notre Dame's Kahanu Kia.
Kia recovered the ball at the Wisconsin 13-yard line, but officials initiated a replay review to determine whether he had established possession before going out of bounds.
After reviewing the play, officials upheld the ruling on the field and gave Notre Dame possession deep inside Wisconsin territory.
#late #possession
The game was tied 3-3 late in the first quarter when Wisconsin kicker Porath sent a kickoff toward Harrison Bortolotti.
The returner appeared to have a chance at securing the ball, but it sailed through his hands, bounced several times, and eventually landed in the arms of Notre Dame's Kahanu Kia.
Kia recovered the ball at the Wisconsin 13-yard line, but officials initiated a replay review to determine whether he had established possession before going out of bounds.
After reviewing the play, officials upheld the ruling on the field and gave Notre Dame possession deep inside Wisconsin territory.
#late #possession
1 month ago
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Notre Dame tight end James Flanigan knew exactly how he wanted to celebrate scoring his first career touchdown in the stadium where his father and grandfather played.
Flanigan's father and grandfather, both named Jim Flanigan, each played for the Green Bay Packers. After scoring on a 3-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter of No. 4 Notre Dame's 41-13 victory over Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, Flanigan pumped his fist in the air just as his dad used to do during his own playing days.
"I saw some clip of my dad, there's like this highlight reel out there I've watched before," Flanigan said. "I used to make fun of him for doing it, but now it's kind of become my thing, I guess. It's just super fun."
Flanigan's father also played at Notre Dame before launching a 10-year NFL career as a defensive tackle with the Chicago Bears (1994-2000), Packers (2001), San Francisco 49ers (2002) and Philadelphia Eagles (2003). He won the NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year award in 2000.
Flanigan's grandfather, who died last year at the age of 80, played linebacker for the Packers from 1967-70 and New Orleans Saints in 1971. His 1967 Packers team won Super Bowl II.
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Flanigan's father and grandfather, both named Jim Flanigan, each played for the Green Bay Packers. After scoring on a 3-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter of No. 4 Notre Dame's 41-13 victory over Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, Flanigan pumped his fist in the air just as his dad used to do during his own playing days.
"I saw some clip of my dad, there's like this highlight reel out there I've watched before," Flanigan said. "I used to make fun of him for doing it, but now it's kind of become my thing, I guess. It's just super fun."
Flanigan's father also played at Notre Dame before launching a 10-year NFL career as a defensive tackle with the Chicago Bears (1994-2000), Packers (2001), San Francisco 49ers (2002) and Philadelphia Eagles (2003). He won the NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year award in 2000.
Flanigan's grandfather, who died last year at the age of 80, played linebacker for the Packers from 1967-70 and New Orleans Saints in 1971. His 1967 Packers team won Super Bowl II.
#packers
1 month ago
College football is weirder than ever. It's always been the weirdest sport in the country, and it's why there are so many crazies out there that worship the game. Now with the transfer portal, it really does make these early season games tougher to predict.
Notre Dame was a 20.5 point favorite going into the game against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, and as the first half unravelled, fans and media alike were wondering what was happening with the Irish. Notre Dame held a 13-10 lead going into halftime and they were getting the ball first in the second half — but the struggle was so real in the first 30 minutes that it was hard to imagine this game turning into the blowout it became.
So yeah — it took a half for the Irish to find out what team they could be in week one. There have been bigger crimes in the sport over the years than a slow-bulldozer. This wasn't the coming out party for CJ Carr and the Heisman, and that needs to be okay.
On some of the most hallowed grounds in sports, Notre Dame lost the narrative for 2026, but regained the plot. They struggled, and slipped, and fell down — and then rose back up by just being who they are as a team.
Marcus Freeman said he didn't go into too much detail about 2nd half changes for the team, and Adon Shuler provided an answer with even more brevity. This game didn't go the way they thought it would, so they had to change that for themselves.
#notre #half #first #irish
Notre Dame was a 20.5 point favorite going into the game against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, and as the first half unravelled, fans and media alike were wondering what was happening with the Irish. Notre Dame held a 13-10 lead going into halftime and they were getting the ball first in the second half — but the struggle was so real in the first 30 minutes that it was hard to imagine this game turning into the blowout it became.
So yeah — it took a half for the Irish to find out what team they could be in week one. There have been bigger crimes in the sport over the years than a slow-bulldozer. This wasn't the coming out party for CJ Carr and the Heisman, and that needs to be okay.
On some of the most hallowed grounds in sports, Notre Dame lost the narrative for 2026, but regained the plot. They struggled, and slipped, and fell down — and then rose back up by just being who they are as a team.
Marcus Freeman said he didn't go into too much detail about 2nd half changes for the team, and Adon Shuler provided an answer with even more brevity. This game didn't go the way they thought it would, so they had to change that for themselves.
#notre #half #first #irish
1 month ago
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - Badgers red and Notre Dame green filled the streets around Lambeau Field on Sunday as two college football fan bases came together for a game years in the making.
There was no shortage of friendly competition before kickoff.
"Notre Dame is going to win, no question," Johnny Ronano said.
"Madison by a million," Andrew Thomas said.
Score predictions varied, and so did how far fans traveled to see the Badgers and Fighting Irish take the field. But both sides agreed on one thing: Playing at Lambeau Field made the matchup special.
#field #badgers #dame #lambeau
There was no shortage of friendly competition before kickoff.
"Notre Dame is going to win, no question," Johnny Ronano said.
"Madison by a million," Andrew Thomas said.
Score predictions varied, and so did how far fans traveled to see the Badgers and Fighting Irish take the field. But both sides agreed on one thing: Playing at Lambeau Field made the matchup special.
#field #badgers #dame #lambeau
1 month ago
The Wisconsin Badgers fell short 41-13 to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in a competitive first game of the season at Lambeau Field, inspiring confidence for 2026 while showing the key areas of improvement needed.
The Badgers kept Notre Dame in check through the first 30 minutes, trailing 13-10 at halftime, and continued to fight throughout the game, although an early third-quarter stretch from the Fighting Irish was the leading force to them winning the game.
Wisconsin started with the ball, but had a quick three-and-out, as they were stuffed on first down and couldn't recover. The defense had a strong opening drive, though, as the run defense started off on a good note and Sebastian Cheeks got home on a strip sack on Notre Dame's first third down, but the Fighting Irish recovered.
Wisconsin blocked the punt, getting field position in plus territory, and that led to the first points of the game. Wisconsin had a nice Abu Sama III run on 3rd & 6 with good blocking and got to the red zone, where they eventually settled for a field goal.
Notre Dame overcame tough field position on its next drive, converting a fourth down, while finding a hole in Wisconsin's off coverage to the field side with a couple of short passes. They eventually got into field goal range and drilled a 52-yarder to tie the game up there after the defense got a stop.
#field #first #game
The Badgers kept Notre Dame in check through the first 30 minutes, trailing 13-10 at halftime, and continued to fight throughout the game, although an early third-quarter stretch from the Fighting Irish was the leading force to them winning the game.
Wisconsin started with the ball, but had a quick three-and-out, as they were stuffed on first down and couldn't recover. The defense had a strong opening drive, though, as the run defense started off on a good note and Sebastian Cheeks got home on a strip sack on Notre Dame's first third down, but the Fighting Irish recovered.
Wisconsin blocked the punt, getting field position in plus territory, and that led to the first points of the game. Wisconsin had a nice Abu Sama III run on 3rd & 6 with good blocking and got to the red zone, where they eventually settled for a field goal.
Notre Dame overcame tough field position on its next drive, converting a fourth down, while finding a hole in Wisconsin's off coverage to the field side with a couple of short passes. They eventually got into field goal range and drilled a 52-yarder to tie the game up there after the defense got a stop.
#field #first #game
1 month ago
All of the hype and the hoopla of the offseason was quickly wiped away for Notre Dame. Despite the "leave no doubt" mantra and the focus on starting fast — the football gods had something to say about it with Wisconsin and Lambeau Field. In the end, however, the Irish put in enough work to get a 41-13 win over Wisconsin in the season opener.
Both Notre Dame and Wisconsin started the game with a 3 and out and followed them up with a field goal each. Spencer Porath's three pointer was the first Irish field goal since October of last year.
Notre Dame's offense just looked apprehensive and way too conservative with a quarterback like CJ Carr, and they tried **** ing and dunking to no real success. The Irish caught a big break, however, when Wisconsin fumbled the kickoff after the Porath field goal, and Ko'o Kia recovered the ball (seemingly) inbounds. A few plays later, Carr found tight end James Flanigan for the first touchdown of the season.
Wisconsin, however, fought back and Badger WR Malachi Coleman put a move on Jayden Sanders to get wide open and Colton Joseph found him in the corner of the end zone to tie the game up at 10 a piece. Notre Dame answered that Badger score with another field goal, but looked basically inept on offense for the rest of the half. The Irish went into the locker room up 13-10, and they had a lot to discuss.
To their credit, Notre Dame found new life at the start of the third quarter with the opening possession of the half. The Irish went 70 yards on 9 plays, and Aneyas Williams found the end zone with a shifty three yard run. The momentum looked real because on Wisconsin's ensuing possession, cornerback DJ McKinney intercepted a Colton Jospeh pass and took it 55 yards for a touchdown to make the game 27-10.
#irish #field
Both Notre Dame and Wisconsin started the game with a 3 and out and followed them up with a field goal each. Spencer Porath's three pointer was the first Irish field goal since October of last year.
Notre Dame's offense just looked apprehensive and way too conservative with a quarterback like CJ Carr, and they tried **** ing and dunking to no real success. The Irish caught a big break, however, when Wisconsin fumbled the kickoff after the Porath field goal, and Ko'o Kia recovered the ball (seemingly) inbounds. A few plays later, Carr found tight end James Flanigan for the first touchdown of the season.
Wisconsin, however, fought back and Badger WR Malachi Coleman put a move on Jayden Sanders to get wide open and Colton Joseph found him in the corner of the end zone to tie the game up at 10 a piece. Notre Dame answered that Badger score with another field goal, but looked basically inept on offense for the rest of the half. The Irish went into the locker room up 13-10, and they had a lot to discuss.
To their credit, Notre Dame found new life at the start of the third quarter with the opening possession of the half. The Irish went 70 yards on 9 plays, and Aneyas Williams found the end zone with a shifty three yard run. The momentum looked real because on Wisconsin's ensuing possession, cornerback DJ McKinney intercepted a Colton Jospeh pass and took it 55 yards for a touchdown to make the game 27-10.
#irish #field
1 month ago
GREEN BAY, WI — Up the Lambeau Field tunnel No. 5 Notre Dame trudged, followed halfway through the season opener Sunday against seemingly overmatched Wisconsin by an unwelcome companion.
A partner that wasn't supposed to be part of the plan at any point this season, certainly not the first game. Not 30 minutes into a campaign that many believe will have Notre Dame chasing its first national championship since 1988.
That companion that rode shotgun back to the Irish locker room? Doubt.
At least for one half, Notre Dame left too much of it. The Irish did not follow the mantra of head coach Marcus Freeman. Remember? Leave No Doubt, the fifth-year head coach, preached in spring.
More: Notre Dame football loses Brauntae Johnson, Jason Onye to injury
#irish #doubt #season
A partner that wasn't supposed to be part of the plan at any point this season, certainly not the first game. Not 30 minutes into a campaign that many believe will have Notre Dame chasing its first national championship since 1988.
That companion that rode shotgun back to the Irish locker room? Doubt.
At least for one half, Notre Dame left too much of it. The Irish did not follow the mantra of head coach Marcus Freeman. Remember? Leave No Doubt, the fifth-year head coach, preached in spring.
More: Notre Dame football loses Brauntae Johnson, Jason Onye to injury
#irish #doubt #season
1 month ago
No. 4 Notre Dame has lost two key defensive players for the remainder of tonight's game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.
Safety Brauntae Johnson and defensive lineman Jason Onye are out and will not return.
Those are key losses for a Notre Dame defense that's trying to keep an upset-minded Wisconsin in check, but Notre Dame does have a lot of depth, especially on that side of the ball.
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Safety Brauntae Johnson and defensive lineman Jason Onye are out and will not return.
Those are key losses for a Notre Dame defense that's trying to keep an upset-minded Wisconsin in check, but Notre Dame does have a lot of depth, especially on that side of the ball.
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1 month ago
Larry Fitzgerald made just two trips to Lambeau Field during his Hall of Fame career with the Arizona Cardinals.
His latest visit to the home of the NFL's Green Bay Packers, however, comes in a much different role: dad.
The former NFL star was spotted on the field before Sunday's Shamrock Series matchup between No. 5 Notre Dame and Wisconsin, chatting with comedian and Fighting Irish fan Shane Gillis as Fitzgerald prepared to watch his son's collegiate debut.
Fitzgerald's son, Devin, is a freshman wide receiver on Marcus Freeman's Notre Dame squad.
Notre Dame vs Wisconsin live updates: Score, highlights for Shamrock Series
#notre #dame #hall
His latest visit to the home of the NFL's Green Bay Packers, however, comes in a much different role: dad.
The former NFL star was spotted on the field before Sunday's Shamrock Series matchup between No. 5 Notre Dame and Wisconsin, chatting with comedian and Fighting Irish fan Shane Gillis as Fitzgerald prepared to watch his son's collegiate debut.
Fitzgerald's son, Devin, is a freshman wide receiver on Marcus Freeman's Notre Dame squad.
Notre Dame vs Wisconsin live updates: Score, highlights for Shamrock Series
#notre #dame #hall
1 month ago
The Wisconsin Badgers are in primetime to start the season, as they're taking on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Lambeau Field on Sunday, with kickoff set for 6:30 p.m. on NBC.
Wisconsin is coming off a 4-8 season, which was their worst season by win percentage since 1990. But this year's Badgers are quite different, as the program added over 30 transfers in the offseason, while making a few organizational changes with the coaching staff and front office.
Wisconsin's offense will be at the forefront of the conversation, as the Badgers are now led by Old Dominion transfer quarterback Colton Joseph, who threw for 2,624 yards, 21 touchdowns, and 10 touchdowns last year as the Sun Belt Offensive Player of the Year. He also added over 1,000 yards and double-digit scores on the ground as a dual-threat quarterback.
The defense looks improved as well, with freshmen sensations Mason Posa and Cooper Catalano now transitioning to full-time roles as sophomores. Wisconsin made a lot of changes in the secondary, bringing in starters at cornerback and safety. They will be tested up front in the trenches against a strong Notre Dame offense, though.
The Fighting Irish are on a mission after missing the College Football Playoff last season with a 10-2 record. They return a ton of production defensively, while quarterback C.J. Carr is a Heisman candidate in his second year as the full-time starter.
#badgers #season #year #irish
Wisconsin is coming off a 4-8 season, which was their worst season by win percentage since 1990. But this year's Badgers are quite different, as the program added over 30 transfers in the offseason, while making a few organizational changes with the coaching staff and front office.
Wisconsin's offense will be at the forefront of the conversation, as the Badgers are now led by Old Dominion transfer quarterback Colton Joseph, who threw for 2,624 yards, 21 touchdowns, and 10 touchdowns last year as the Sun Belt Offensive Player of the Year. He also added over 1,000 yards and double-digit scores on the ground as a dual-threat quarterback.
The defense looks improved as well, with freshmen sensations Mason Posa and Cooper Catalano now transitioning to full-time roles as sophomores. Wisconsin made a lot of changes in the secondary, bringing in starters at cornerback and safety. They will be tested up front in the trenches against a strong Notre Dame offense, though.
The Fighting Irish are on a mission after missing the College Football Playoff last season with a 10-2 record. They return a ton of production defensively, while quarterback C.J. Carr is a Heisman candidate in his second year as the full-time starter.
#badgers #season #year #irish
1 month ago
Notre Dame gets its 2026 season underway against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field on Sunday.
Nov 22, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Riley Mahlman, left, and Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Kerry Kodanko (73) react to a touchdown scored by Wisconsin Badgers running back Darrion Dupree (6) during the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kayla Wolf-Imagn Images
Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM EDT
Channel: NBC, NBC Sports 4K
#offensive #notre
Nov 22, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Riley Mahlman, left, and Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Kerry Kodanko (73) react to a touchdown scored by Wisconsin Badgers running back Darrion Dupree (6) during the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kayla Wolf-Imagn Images
Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM EDT
Channel: NBC, NBC Sports 4K
#offensive #notre
1 month ago
GREEN BAY, WI — Notre Dame football linebacker Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa (left ACL) did not participate in pregame warmups with his position group on Sunday night at Lambeau Field.
The third-year linebacker, who had been listed as questionable at the start of Wisconsin week, wore sunglasses and sweatpants as he tossed a football to his fellow linebackers along with Notre Dame graduate ****** istants.
Considered a potential high-round NFL Draft pick as soon as next spring, Viliamu-Asa suffered his second career ACL tear to his left knee in the Senior Day win over Syracuse last Nov. 22.
Homecoming: An emotional Green Bay homecoming ahead for Notre Dame's James Flanigan
With "KVA" apparently sidelined, Notre Dame figures to lean more heavily on the three-man linebacker rotation of Drayk Bowen, Jaiden Ausberry and Jaylen Sneed along with sophomore Madden Faraimo.
#homecoming #kyngstonn
The third-year linebacker, who had been listed as questionable at the start of Wisconsin week, wore sunglasses and sweatpants as he tossed a football to his fellow linebackers along with Notre Dame graduate ****** istants.
Considered a potential high-round NFL Draft pick as soon as next spring, Viliamu-Asa suffered his second career ACL tear to his left knee in the Senior Day win over Syracuse last Nov. 22.
Homecoming: An emotional Green Bay homecoming ahead for Notre Dame's James Flanigan
With "KVA" apparently sidelined, Notre Dame figures to lean more heavily on the three-man linebacker rotation of Drayk Bowen, Jaiden Ausberry and Jaylen Sneed along with sophomore Madden Faraimo.
#homecoming #kyngstonn
1 month ago
The first full weekend of college football wraps up Sunday with two marquee matchups featuring four teams making their season debuts.
Louisville and Ole Miss will meet in Nashville in the day's only matchup between ranked teams, while Notre Dame and Wisconsin take the field at Lambeau Field later in the evening.
For today's TST Best Bets, we are targeting the spread in both games as we look to finish the first full weekend of college football on a high note.
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Louisville and Ole Miss will meet in Nashville in the day's only matchup between ranked teams, while Notre Dame and Wisconsin take the field at Lambeau Field later in the evening.
For today's TST Best Bets, we are targeting the spread in both games as we look to finish the first full weekend of college football on a high note.
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First Pick: Ole Miss -6.5 over Louisville
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1 month ago
Well that didn't take too long, now did it? The Notre Dame Fighting Irish have finally put the offseason in the rearview mirrors for fans, and the 2026 season begins today in a Shamrock Series matchup against the Wisconsin Badgers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.
The Irish come into this game ranked No. 4 in the country and are one of the favorites to win this year's national championship. That's great and all — it really is, but actual games on the field have to be played first.
Wisconsin has seen their fair share of troubles over the last few years, but that doesn't mean they won't put up a tremendous fight against Notre Dame.
When: Sunday, September 6 at 7:30 PM EST (6:30 local)
Where: Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisconsin
How to watch: NBC and Peacock
According to FanDuel Sportsbook, Notre Dame is currently a 20.5 point favorite over Wisconsin with an over/under of 47.5 points.
#dame #well #fighting
The Irish come into this game ranked No. 4 in the country and are one of the favorites to win this year's national championship. That's great and all — it really is, but actual games on the field have to be played first.
Wisconsin has seen their fair share of troubles over the last few years, but that doesn't mean they won't put up a tremendous fight against Notre Dame.
When: Sunday, September 6 at 7:30 PM EST (6:30 local)
Where: Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisconsin
How to watch: NBC and Peacock
According to FanDuel Sportsbook, Notre Dame is currently a 20.5 point favorite over Wisconsin with an over/under of 47.5 points.
#dame #well #fighting
1 month ago
There was some concern for Wisconsin's offensive line as it gets ready to face Notre Dame later today, and early Sunday morning Pete Thamel of ESPN gave a good and bad report for the Badgers.
The Irish most likely prepared to see both offensive lineman Kevin Heywood and Emerson Mandell, but the latter will not play. Wisconsin will be without Mandell, who started 12 games for them last year. As for Heywood, he got injured early during fall camp, had been seen in a walking boot, but will give it a go.
Notre Dame's defensive line has the potential to be one of the best in the country this season, and this isn't the best news for Wisconsin. For them to pull off another upset in Lambeau Field, they needed to be at full-strength, which clearly they won't be.
Expect the Irish to try and take full advantage of the Badgers new lineman, but since both players have been out, they most likely prepared for them to be out of this game. We'll soon see how big of an impact losing Mandell but having Heywood is for Wisconsin.
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#mandell #badgers
The Irish most likely prepared to see both offensive lineman Kevin Heywood and Emerson Mandell, but the latter will not play. Wisconsin will be without Mandell, who started 12 games for them last year. As for Heywood, he got injured early during fall camp, had been seen in a walking boot, but will give it a go.
Notre Dame's defensive line has the potential to be one of the best in the country this season, and this isn't the best news for Wisconsin. For them to pull off another upset in Lambeau Field, they needed to be at full-strength, which clearly they won't be.
Expect the Irish to try and take full advantage of the Badgers new lineman, but since both players have been out, they most likely prepared for them to be out of this game. We'll soon see how big of an impact losing Mandell but having Heywood is for Wisconsin.
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#mandell #badgers
1 month ago
The most "enemy territory" place in the NFL for the Chicago Bears is Lambeau Field in Wisconsin, home of the Green Bay Packers. This weekend, however, watching football there is a different story.
Lambeau Field will be the host of a Week 1 game between the Wisconsin Badgers and Notre Dame Fighting Irish. It's a mediocre Wisconsin team going up against a Notre Dame powerhouse that could win it all this year.
A match like this is worth scouting from an NFL draft perspective because it is a "big game" environment with pressure under the bright lights. Wisconsin doesn't have any players (yet) who have been identified as NFL must-haves, but these Notre Dame players are worth keeping a scout's eye on:
#dame #players
Lambeau Field will be the host of a Week 1 game between the Wisconsin Badgers and Notre Dame Fighting Irish. It's a mediocre Wisconsin team going up against a Notre Dame powerhouse that could win it all this year.
A match like this is worth scouting from an NFL draft perspective because it is a "big game" environment with pressure under the bright lights. Wisconsin doesn't have any players (yet) who have been identified as NFL must-haves, but these Notre Dame players are worth keeping a scout's eye on:
#dame #players
1 month ago
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One of the most highly-anticipated Week 1 college football matchups will come in the form of a Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin showdown at iconic Lambeau Field on Sunday.
If there's one thing college football fans can be sure of this season, it's that Notre Dame will be on a revenge mission. As an independent program, the Fighting Irish have sparked controversy in recent years, and were snubbed by the playoff selection committee in 2025. Marcus Freeman and his stacked roster will now enter another campaign with eyes on a national championship.
Wisconsin is in quite a different situation. The school is standing strong in their decision to keep Luke Fickell, despite several disappointing seasons under the head coach. This will be a pivotal year for the program, but starting out at Lambeau Field should offer a bit of a home advantage.
Who will be victorious in Green Bay?
#field #Football
One of the most highly-anticipated Week 1 college football matchups will come in the form of a Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin showdown at iconic Lambeau Field on Sunday.
If there's one thing college football fans can be sure of this season, it's that Notre Dame will be on a revenge mission. As an independent program, the Fighting Irish have sparked controversy in recent years, and were snubbed by the playoff selection committee in 2025. Marcus Freeman and his stacked roster will now enter another campaign with eyes on a national championship.
Wisconsin is in quite a different situation. The school is standing strong in their decision to keep Luke Fickell, despite several disappointing seasons under the head coach. This will be a pivotal year for the program, but starting out at Lambeau Field should offer a bit of a home advantage.
Who will be victorious in Green Bay?
#field #Football
1 month ago
When there's football at Lambeau Field on a Sunday night you'd expect to be seeing the Green Bay Packers.
Not this week.
It'll be the Wisconsin Badgers kicking off their 2026 season on Sunday, Sept. 6, in the home of the Packers for the first college football game at Lambeau Field in 10 years.
Wisconsin is playing No. 5 Notre Dame as part of the Shamrock Series in the return game five years after the two programs met at Soldier Field.
Kick off is set for 6:30 p.m.
#sunday #Football
Not this week.
It'll be the Wisconsin Badgers kicking off their 2026 season on Sunday, Sept. 6, in the home of the Packers for the first college football game at Lambeau Field in 10 years.
Wisconsin is playing No. 5 Notre Dame as part of the Shamrock Series in the return game five years after the two programs met at Soldier Field.
Kick off is set for 6:30 p.m.
#sunday #Football
1 month ago
Notre Dame football will get its season started this weekend, but will have to wait for most teams to play before seeing the field themselves.
The Irish start off with the Shamrock Series game, against Wisconsin in Lambeau Field, which may or may not be an advantage for the "home" team. Luckily Notre Dame travels well, its a long weekend also so many fans well head up North for the 2026 opener.
There is plenty on the line for Notre Dame, mostly a trip to the College Football Playoff, and starting the season off on the right foot will be a step in that direction. First, we'll see a decent slate of Week 1 games, as the staff here at Fighting Irish Wire of Tim Healey, Sunny Verma, Kevin Smith and Michael Chen make their predictions for the best games of the real opening weekend along with how they each see Notre Dame's contest against Wisconsin turning out.
Date: Sat., Sept. 5th, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. CDT on CBS
Healey - Ducks in a walk. Boise State can be frisky, but Oregon is a true national ******* le contender.
#season #well
The Irish start off with the Shamrock Series game, against Wisconsin in Lambeau Field, which may or may not be an advantage for the "home" team. Luckily Notre Dame travels well, its a long weekend also so many fans well head up North for the 2026 opener.
There is plenty on the line for Notre Dame, mostly a trip to the College Football Playoff, and starting the season off on the right foot will be a step in that direction. First, we'll see a decent slate of Week 1 games, as the staff here at Fighting Irish Wire of Tim Healey, Sunny Verma, Kevin Smith and Michael Chen make their predictions for the best games of the real opening weekend along with how they each see Notre Dame's contest against Wisconsin turning out.
Date: Sat., Sept. 5th, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. CDT on CBS
Healey - Ducks in a walk. Boise State can be frisky, but Oregon is a true national ******* le contender.
#season #well
1 month ago
The No. 4 Notre Dame Fighting Irish take on the Wisconsin Badgers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. this weekend in Week 1 of the 2026 College Football Season.
This game is part of the Shamrock Series, which means that while the Irish are playing in the Badgers home state, they're still considered the home team. Notre Dame is coming off a stunning playoff snub in 2025, while Wisconsin would love to start the season off with an upset victory over the Irish.
Find out all the information to watch Notre Dame open its 2026 season, with what day the game is, start time and where to watch below.
TV Channel: NBC
Livestream: Fubo (free trial) ...Peacock (subscriber only)
#dame #season #start #watch
This game is part of the Shamrock Series, which means that while the Irish are playing in the Badgers home state, they're still considered the home team. Notre Dame is coming off a stunning playoff snub in 2025, while Wisconsin would love to start the season off with an upset victory over the Irish.
Find out all the information to watch Notre Dame open its 2026 season, with what day the game is, start time and where to watch below.
TV Channel: NBC
Livestream: Fubo (free trial) ...Peacock (subscriber only)
#dame #season #start #watch
2 months ago
Ticket prices for Week 1 college football games, which begin Thursday, are relatively soft at the top end of the market, with fewer must-see games than previous years' opening weekends.
Just two games have get-in prices over $100 as of Thursday morning, according to prices listed by teams' official ticketing or secondary market partners: Wisconsin–Notre Dame ($170) and Clemson-LSU ($110).
The Badgers are taking on the Fighting Irish at Lambeau Field in Green Bay on Sunday as part of the annual Shamrock Series that rotates among iconic venues away from South Bend. Meanwhile, Lane Kiffin is making his LSU head coaching debut in Baton Rouge on Saturday night with controversy surrounding the Tigers potentially playing former NFL players.
Here are the five most expensive get-in prices during Week 1 of the college football season:
Wisconsin–Notre Dame: $170
#thursday
Just two games have get-in prices over $100 as of Thursday morning, according to prices listed by teams' official ticketing or secondary market partners: Wisconsin–Notre Dame ($170) and Clemson-LSU ($110).
The Badgers are taking on the Fighting Irish at Lambeau Field in Green Bay on Sunday as part of the annual Shamrock Series that rotates among iconic venues away from South Bend. Meanwhile, Lane Kiffin is making his LSU head coaching debut in Baton Rouge on Saturday night with controversy surrounding the Tigers potentially playing former NFL players.
Here are the five most expensive get-in prices during Week 1 of the college football season:
Wisconsin–Notre Dame: $170
#thursday
2 months ago
After getting a small appetizer with one Big Ten team in action in Week 0, the first weekend of the college football season is serving up a full course of Big Ten football. Week 1 of the 2026 season is upon us, and Penn State and the rest of the Big Ten teams will be in action to get the season started.
Going into the new season, there seems to be a trio of teams considered the favorites in the Big Ten. Unsurprisingly, they are Ohio State, Oregon, and defending national champion Indiana. All three will be in action in Week 1 with home games against non-power conference opponents. Oregon faces the toughest matchup of the three Big Ten heavyweights with a home game against Boise State, but all three are expected to prevail without too much trouble.
Only one Big Ten team will be on the road for a true road game this week when UCLA visits former conference in-state rival California. And the Big Ten weekend will wrap with Wisconsin taking on national **** le contender Notre Dame in Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. We will all be tuning in Sunday night for that matchup, but our staff feels confident in suggesting the Badgers may come out on the losing end of things.
Here are our staff picks for Week 1 around the Big Ten. We will share our full Penn State game picks with final score and player of the game predictions later.
Week 1
#action #wisconsin
Going into the new season, there seems to be a trio of teams considered the favorites in the Big Ten. Unsurprisingly, they are Ohio State, Oregon, and defending national champion Indiana. All three will be in action in Week 1 with home games against non-power conference opponents. Oregon faces the toughest matchup of the three Big Ten heavyweights with a home game against Boise State, but all three are expected to prevail without too much trouble.
Only one Big Ten team will be on the road for a true road game this week when UCLA visits former conference in-state rival California. And the Big Ten weekend will wrap with Wisconsin taking on national **** le contender Notre Dame in Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. We will all be tuning in Sunday night for that matchup, but our staff feels confident in suggesting the Badgers may come out on the losing end of things.
Here are our staff picks for Week 1 around the Big Ten. We will share our full Penn State game picks with final score and player of the game predictions later.
Week 1
#action #wisconsin
2 months ago
We're not in August anymore, but we're still in the midwest in early September for Notre Dame's season opener against the Wisconsin Badgers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. So… there could be a variety of different weather forecasts for Sunday's game, but thankfully for everyone going to the game — it should be a fairly good day and night for college football.
There are going to be some major storms rolling through Green Bay this week, which is going to leave the area VERY muggy with predictions of very high humidity. Fans looking to have fun during the day won't have to worry about the rain, but it still mught feel wet as you gulp down one or two or three brats and chug some of the finest beer in the land, PBR.
As we get closer to game time, the temperature will begin to drop significantly, but the humidity will still be very high. With the humidity and this being the first game of the year, players on the field and fans in the stands should be careful of cramps throughout the contest.
#going #humidity #fans #high
There are going to be some major storms rolling through Green Bay this week, which is going to leave the area VERY muggy with predictions of very high humidity. Fans looking to have fun during the day won't have to worry about the rain, but it still mught feel wet as you gulp down one or two or three brats and chug some of the finest beer in the land, PBR.
As we get closer to game time, the temperature will begin to drop significantly, but the humidity will still be very high. With the humidity and this being the first game of the year, players on the field and fans in the stands should be careful of cramps throughout the contest.
#going #humidity #fans #high
2 months ago
Notre Dame released its depth chart for this weekend's season opener against the Wisconsin Badgers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. But while the Fighting Irish depth chart is out there, the Badgers declined to post one this week.
Apparently, the sports information department at Wisconsin didn't want to put out a depth chart for the season's first game since the Badgers base their depth chart off of the previous game, and there obviously is no previous game to work with for this season.
This doesn't feel like any kind of gamesmanship or subterfuge -- it's the Badgers' sports info department that made the choice, not the coaches. Not to mention that Notre Dame should already have a sense of Wisconsin's depth chart via scouting. In-game adjustments should cover any unexpected developments that surprise the Irish - in other words, if Notre Dame expects a certain player to be the starting running back and Wisconsin switches it up, Notre Dame should be able to adjust quickly. At least in theory.
Fans, however, might be disappointed. So, too, may be those who wager on games.
No depth chart released in today's Badgers game notes. UW Brand Communications made the decision because: "The in-season depth charts are based off the previous game’s usage ... made the decision not to speculate on this prior to the season."
SIDs' call, not coaches, per them.
#dame
Apparently, the sports information department at Wisconsin didn't want to put out a depth chart for the season's first game since the Badgers base their depth chart off of the previous game, and there obviously is no previous game to work with for this season.
This doesn't feel like any kind of gamesmanship or subterfuge -- it's the Badgers' sports info department that made the choice, not the coaches. Not to mention that Notre Dame should already have a sense of Wisconsin's depth chart via scouting. In-game adjustments should cover any unexpected developments that surprise the Irish - in other words, if Notre Dame expects a certain player to be the starting running back and Wisconsin switches it up, Notre Dame should be able to adjust quickly. At least in theory.
Fans, however, might be disappointed. So, too, may be those who wager on games.
No depth chart released in today's Badgers game notes. UW Brand Communications made the decision because: "The in-season depth charts are based off the previous game’s usage ... made the decision not to speculate on this prior to the season."
SIDs' call, not coaches, per them.
#dame
2 months ago
MADISON – The status of Wisconsin's Emerson Mandell and Kevin Heywood has been uncertain for weeks. What's a few more days.
It's likely that it won't be until game day that we learn if the starting right side of the Badgers offensive line will play against No. 5 Notre Dame on Sept. 6 at Lambeau Field.
"There aren't decisions made completely on a lot of guys just yet," UW coach Luke Fickell said Aug. 31 during a weekly news conference at Camp Randall Stadium. "We'll have to figure that thing out as we get closer to game day."
Mandell, a right guard, has been recovering for a foot surgery he had in the spring. Heywood, a right tackle, suffered a lower body injury during the second day of camp and didn't return in a full capacity for the rest of camp.
At the end of camp the two were doing individual work during practice. After the final day of camp Aug. 23, the two were running sprints on the practice field north of the stadium following a team scrimmage.
#camp
It's likely that it won't be until game day that we learn if the starting right side of the Badgers offensive line will play against No. 5 Notre Dame on Sept. 6 at Lambeau Field.
"There aren't decisions made completely on a lot of guys just yet," UW coach Luke Fickell said Aug. 31 during a weekly news conference at Camp Randall Stadium. "We'll have to figure that thing out as we get closer to game day."
Mandell, a right guard, has been recovering for a foot surgery he had in the spring. Heywood, a right tackle, suffered a lower body injury during the second day of camp and didn't return in a full capacity for the rest of camp.
At the end of camp the two were doing individual work during practice. After the final day of camp Aug. 23, the two were running sprints on the practice field north of the stadium following a team scrimmage.
#camp
