Analysts are predicting where the Notre Dame Fighting Irish will land in the initial College Football Playoff rankings set to be released this week. The Irish recently faced the Navy Midshipmen on October 31, 2026, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, where fans showed strong support. The outcome of that game and the team's overall resume will influence their placement in the playoff picture.
Notre Dame's Position Projected in First College Football Playoff Rankings


