# Notre Dame's 2026 Schedule: Tougher Than It Looks

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Podcast: [Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/notre-dame-fighting-irish-football-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7470854)
Published: 2026-05-08T21:00:09+00:00
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Notre Dames 2026 football schedule, often overlooked, features formidable opponents. The Irish face Miami, SMU, BYU, and Navy, all with impressive recent records. SMU, with a 9-4 record last year, and BYU, ranked top fifteen two years running, pose significant challenges. Navy, a Group of Five powerhouse, has upset top teams in bowls. For Notre Dame to shine in the playoffs, underdogs like Wisconsin, Michigan State, Syracuse, and North Carolina must surprise. The schedule may not be a gauntlet, but its filled with quality opponents that could propel the Irish far if they perform well. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d8e222c177c8266f

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