ESPN analysts expressed surprise at Notre Dame's placement in the College Football Playoff rankings, according to a report by Kevin L. Smith of Fighting Irish Wire on November 4, 2026.
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ESPN analysts expressed surprise at Notre Dame's placement in the College Football Playoff rankings, according to a report by Kevin L. Smith of Fighting Irish Wire on November 4, 2026.