Pod Of Gold: Notre Dame Football

Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick discusses his most stressful moments of 2020, if he ever thought ND's football season would be derailed, what he thinks about the coach-in-waiting concept, what the plans for a 2021 season look like, how the Irish will navigate eligibility, his opinion on the Knight Commission's FBS recommendation and more. Then Tyler James and Eric Hansen make predictions for the rest of Notre Dame's season during the Place Your Bets segment (28:45) before answering questions from Twitter (40:13). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ND Insider's Tom Noie and Carter Karels give their thoughts on No. 2 Notre Dame's 45-21 win over Syracuse on Saturday. They discussed how the Irish looked against the Orange, the flipped narrative of quarterback Ian Book, wide receiver Javon McKinley catching three touchdowns, running back Kyren Williams being a 1,000-yard rusher, cornerback Clarence Lewis leading the team with 12 tackles and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Dungy joins the podcast to discuss his first season calling Notre Dame football games as an analyst for NBC Sports, what he's learned about head coach Brian Kelly and coordinators Tommy Rees and Clark Lea, the talent he sees on the Irish roster, the pro potential of Ian Book, how the Irish would fare in a rematch with Clemson and more. Then Tyler James and Eric Hansen make predictions for the ND-Syracuse game in the Place Your Bets segment (21:22) before answering questions from Twitter (27:36). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NDI's Tom Noie and Carter Karels review Notre Dame's victory Friday at North Carolina. They discuss the coordinator rhythm of Tommy Rees and Clark lea, the evolution of quarterback Ian Book, the depth of the defense and what the rest of the season - and beyond - holds - for the Irish. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CBS Sports national college football writer Dennis Dodd joins the podcast to discuss Notre Dame's season, its matchup with North Carolina, the release of the College Football Playoff rankings, the Irish chances of making the playoff and competing well in it, how the COVID-19 pandemic will impact college football moving forward and more. Then Tyler James and Eric Hansen offer ND-UNC predictions in the Place Your Bets segment (26:26) before answering questions from Twitter (35:00). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

University of Oklahoma verbal commit Kelvin Gilliam, a four-star defensive end in the 2021 recruiting class, joins the podcast to discuss his recruitment from Notre Dame. The Highland Springs (Va.) High product talked about his relationships with both coaching staffs, what he's like off the field, what to expect with the rest of his recruitment and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Notre Dame offensive lineman Bob Morton joins the podcast to discuss the impact of losing starting center Jarrett Patterson for the season, the challenges facing his replacement, which qualities the Irish should prioritize with a new center, what has impressed him most about Notre Dame this season and more. Then Tyler James and Eric Hansen offer predictions for the rest of the regular season in "Place Your Bets" (28:14) before answering questions from Twitter (37:05). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ND Insider's Tom Noie and Carter Karels give their thoughts on Notre Dame's 45-31 win over Boston College on Saturday. Their discussion revolved around the Irish offense, quarterback Ian Book, wide receivers Javon McKinley, Ben Skowronek and Avery Davis, Eagles quarterback Phil Jurkovec and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Notre Dame quarterback Malik Zaire joins the podcast to discuss the double-overtime Irish victory over No. 1 Clemson, the performance of ND quarterback Ian Book, the play calling of offensive coordinator Tommy Rees, the mindset of a transfer quarterback that Phil Jurkovec may be playing with at Boston College, why Chip Long didn't last at ND and more. Then Tyler James and Eric Hansen offer predictions for the Notre Dame-Boston College game in the "Place Your Bets" segment (23:35) before answering questions from Twitter (31:10). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ND Insider's Tom Noie and Carter Karels were joined by Jessica Smetana of Sports Illustrated to discuss Notre Dame's thrilling 47-40 double-overtime upset over top-ranked Clemson. Their topics revolved around Irish quarterback Ian Book, offensive coordinator Tommy Rees, running back Kyren Williams, the defense slowing down Tiger running back Travis Etienne, fans at Notre Dame Stadium storming the field after the game and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tyler James and Eric Hansen skipped the guest this week and dove straight into a long list of questions from Notre Dame football fans about Saturday's game against No. 1 Clemson. The topics included Brian Kelly's struggles in big games, expectations for quarterback Ian Book, Notre Dame's offensive game plan, which team has the advantage on the offensive and defensive lines and more (1:37). Then Tyler and Eric offered game predictions in the Place Your Bets segment (53:35). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ND Insider's Tom Noie and Carter Karels give their thoughts on Notre Dame's 31-13 win over Georgia Tech on Saturday. Their discussion revolved around the Irish defense, defensive end Daelin Hayes, quarterback Ian Book and the showdown against top-ranked Clemson at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday. Then, the discussion went off the rails with topics that include airplane drama, Halloween candy and dating. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notre Dame quarterback commit Tyler Buchner, a four-star recruit in the 2021 class, joined the podcast to discuss missing his senior season because of COVID-19 precautions in California, his plan to enroll early with the Irish, how he watches Notre Dame's offense, what he's learned from Tommy Rees and Ian Book, the NFL quarterbacks he looks up to and more. Then Tyler James and Eric Hansen make predictions for Notre Dame-Georgia Tech during "Place Your Bets" (23:20) before answering questions from Twitter (30:03). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Former Notre Dame WR Bobby Brown joins the podcast to discuss how the Irish can improve in the passing game, which wide receivers he'd like to see more of, the importance of chemistry off the field, how much blame belongs on QB Ian Book, if Notre Dame can compete for a title with only a strong running game and defense and more. Then Tyler James and Eric Hansen preview the Notre Dame-Pittsburgh game with predictions in Place Your Bets (22:59) and answer questions from Twitter (31:53). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ND Insider's Tom Noie and Carter Karels give their thoughts on Notre Dame's 12-7 win over Louisville on Saturday. Their discussion revolved around Irish quarterback Ian Book's regression, the lack of production at wide receiver, a solid performance from the defense, a questionable decision from the special teams and an early look at the College Football Playoff picture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Irish linebacker Rocky Boiman joins the podcast to discuss Notre Dame's outlook this season, how teams are being challenged by COVID-19 across college football, how defenses are impacted by fewer practices, trying to defend Ian Book, the challenge of playing linebacker in a rotation, his new book and more. Then Tyler James and Eric Hansen make Notre Dame-Louisville prediction in Place Your Bets (25:35) and answer questions from Twitter (34:34). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ND Insider's Tom Noie and Carter Karels return to give their thoughts on Notre Dame's 42-26 win over Florida State on Saturday. Their discussion revolved around the Irish offensive line and running game, quarterback Ian Book, wide receiver Javon McKinley, defensive struggles, the remaining ACC slate and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Notre Dame wide receiver Corey Robinson discusses the heart-breaking loss to Florida State in 2014, the potential of the Irish passing game, the importance of QB-WR chemistry, his new career with NBC Sports, plans for the future and more. Then Tyler James and Eric Hansen make ND-FSU predictions in Place Your Bets (27:52) and answer questions from Twitter (34:33). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Notre Dame quarterback Rick Mirer joins the podcast to discuss the pros and cons of being a third-year starter, how Ian Book has developed, the potential of Irish QB commit Tyler Buchner, having a son on campus during the COVID-19 pandemic and more. Then Tyler James and Eric Hansen answer questions from Twitter (24:31). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.