As the calendar turns and we say goodbye to 2025, I’m thinking less about the polls and playoff debates and more about the moments that defined Notre Dame’s season.
Not ranking.
Not an anthology.
time.
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This is how I will remember this year: Each of the 12 games featured a decisive play and a standout player.
first week in miami —Loss reduction
Repertoire: A late goal, though short-lived, showed the Irish’s determination.
Players: CJ Carr ——After a difficult start, the freshman quarterback showed composure far beyond his years and led the team to tie the game from a 14-point deficit.
Week 2 vs. Texas A&M — Heartbreaker
Repertoire: The surge in the fourth quarter nearly flipped the script.
Players: Jeremiah Love — After a quiet opener against Miami, Love reminded us how special he is.
Week 3 against Purdue — Offensive Explosion
Repertoire: A long touchdown sparked a crushing victory.
Players: Malachitian – An electric early strike that immediately sets the tone.
Week 4 in arkansas — Declare victory
Repertoire: When you scored four touchdowns in the first half, how could you possibly settle for just one?
Players: Jeremiah Love ——Use balance, strength and confidence as the main weapons to provide power for the offense.
Week 5 vs boise state — Armored Defense
Repertoire: Opening the floodgates for interception.
Players: Ty Johnson — Chris Ash’s defense is finally showing what it can do, and Johnson is at the center of it.
Week 6 vs. north carolina state — Big catch
Repertoire: Two key moments set the stage for the game’s opening touchdown.
Players: Will Bowling — Two big catches paved the way for Jeremiah Love’s first touchdown drive.
Week 7 with the University of Southern California —— Rain or shine
Repertoire: A special teams moment in the third quarter kept the Irish alive.
Players: jadarian price – Kick-off came back and we were all on our feet, despite the rain.
Week 8 at boston college — Road Toughness
Repertoire: Four or six? no problem.
Players: Malachitian — CJ Carr lets the ball fly and Fields scores the opening touchdown.
Week 9 to the navy — Statement of Defense
Repertoire: Spins, tumbles and refusals to land – all ending in touchdowns.
Players: Jeremiah Love -Proving once again that when you need answers, love is the answer.
Week 10 in pittsburgh — Physical Football
Repertoire: We’ve been watching the one-handed grab action on repeat all week.
Players: Malachitian ——It’s just wow. This is an endeavor that needs attention.
Week 11 vs Syracuse — High Octane
Repertoire: Pick six.
Players: Jalen Stromen — If you’re even a minute late to your seat, you’re missing out.
Week 12 at stanford university — end point
Repertoire: A nice fake play that leads directly to the end zone.
Players: Luke Tallich ——Fake, fake… and then pure speed pays a dirty price along the way.
Rewarding moments I’ll never forget (because I was there)
Some memories transcend statistics.
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☘️ Arkansas
As a Notre Dame grad, watching the Arkansas game with my daughter (an Arkansas grad) is college football at its best. Introducing to my children Lou Holtz The night before was unforgettable.
☘️ University of Southern California in the rain
Standing in the pouring rain University of Southern California and see Jeremiah Love Gaining strength under brutal conditions – this is a moment I will always remember.
☘️ 70-point Syracuse game
Being part of an offensive explosion is one of those early days in football pleasure– pure joy.
As the clock strikes midnight, I am grateful – for the games, players and people who made this season memorable.
What game or player from the 2025 season will you remember forever?
Thank you for reading my stories every week. wish you have one Happy New Yearone Wonderful 2026and many more Saturdays to remember.
Cheers & off to Ireland!