# Notre Dame's Playoff Hopes in 24-Team Field

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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: 2026-05-14T23:35:42+00:00
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Notre Dames 2022 Season: A Playoff Contender or a Pretender? Despite a rocky start and losses to lower-ranked teams, Notre Dames 2022 season under new head coach Marcus Freeman saw them finish ranked 21st. In a hypothetical 24-team playoff, they would have qualified. However, questions remain about their championship potential following setbacks. The expansion of the college football playoff, driven by money and powerhouses, is set to change the landscape of the sport, potentially diluting the significance of the regular season. 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/3396f78d0c3fe9c1

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