# Notre Dame's Veteran Defense Eyes Playoff

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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: 2026-05-15T19:33:12+00:00
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Notre Dames defense, one of the most veteran in college football, is set to dominate the 2026 season. Led by defensive coordinator Chris Ash, the unit boasts continuity at every level, with key players like Jason Onye, Boubacar Traore, and Drayk Bowen returning for their sixth, fourth, and fourth years respectively. The linebacker group, deemed the best in the country, returns its entire rotation. The secondary, anchored by Luke Talich, features experienced corners and transfers from Michigan and Colorado. With nearly 20,000 career snaps, this defense is poised to lead Notre Dame into playoff contention, facing a challenging schedule that includes games against Wisconsin, Michigan State, BYU, Miami, and SMU. 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/dc2272039d1b9ce2

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