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Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss the current state of the Notre Dame football program, including playoff hopes and the new faces in the Marcus Freeman era. Plus, they talk about Pete's story on how first-time head coaches learn on the job in the Power 5. And, of course, the Nick Saban-Jimbo Fisher war of words. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode two of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the team experience may change in the future: increased use of technology in gameplay, robotic umpires and the unique initiatives of a startup sports league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode one of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the fan experience may change: how going to games, watching games at home and how memorabilia is shifting from physical to digital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Marcus Freeman's alumni event. Plus, Matt gets a chance to sit down with men's basketball head coach Mike Brey at ACC spring meetings to discuss his first one-and-done, recruiting and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna break down what they saw and took away from Marcus Freeman's first spring game as Irish head coach. Plus, the guys look at the NFL Draft and where some Notre Dame players could get selected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by The Athletic's NFL Draft guru Dane Brugler to get all the info on Notre Dame's draft prospects, including his thoughts on Kyle Hamilton. Plus, Dane answers why Kyren Williams has a place on an NFL roster. And, Pete and Matt discuss Brady Quinn's NIL efforts for Irish athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Fortuna is joined by former Irish men's basketball star and current ESPN talent Jordan Cornette to discuss his thoughts on Marcus Freeman and the vibe around the Notre Dame program. Plus, the expectations for ND men's hoops in the 2022-23 season. And, Jordan's experience at the epic Duke-UNC Final Four showdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna dive into the first day of spring practice under Marcus Freeman. Plus, Notre Dame men's basketball beats Rutgers to advance to the first round of the NCAA Tournament.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by the AP's Ralph Russo to discuss his recent interview with Marcus Freeman. What were some surprising takeaways from that conversation? What are some differences between cultures at Notre Dame and LSU? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson is joined by former Notre Dame running back Mick Assaf, who is currently part of the Irish Players Club project. Mick explains the NIL/NFT opportunities and benefits for Notre Dame players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by ESPN's Sarah Spain to talk about Notre Dame's new RB coach Deland McCullough and his amazing story. Plus, Pete and Matt discuss Notre Dame's defensive coordinator search and new staff hires. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna fire up their mics and recap the last 12 days in Notre Dame football. Mike Elston leaves ND for Michigan; who will replace him? Which areas of recruiting do the Irish need to improve in? Ed Orgeron to South Bend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame's 37-35 loss to Oklahoma State in the Fiesta Bowl. What happened to the Irish in the second half? Is this a learning experience for Marcus Freeman? What are some changes that need to be made for 2022? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna talk Notre Dame football with The Athletic subscribers on the new live room platform; How will the Irish defend Spencer Sanders and Oklahoma State? How will Marcus Freeman modernize Notre Dame's recruiting philosophy?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap the past few days of Notre Dame football; Who will replace Jack Coan in 2022? New coaching staff hires — who are the front runners for offensive line coach and defensive coordinator? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame's early signing day. How Marcus Freeman was able to keep the 2022 class together after the departure of Brian Kelly. Plus, with NIL now relevant, how does that change the Irish's recruiting tactics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss Marcus Freeman's first days as head coach of Notre Dame. What things will change and what will stay the same? How seriously is the Fiesta Bowl being taken? Plus, when to expect coaching staff hires. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to Notre Dame's pairing with Oklahoma State in the Fiesta Bowl. Are Irish fans happy about a NY6 bowl after preseason expectations? What are some things to look for in the new coaching regime? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to the hiring of Marcus Freeman as Notre Dame's new head coach. Does hiring Freeman make Notre Dame part of the "cool kids table"? Is there a risk in hiring a first-time head coach? What is Freeman's vision? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss the events leading up to and following Brian Kelly's departure from Notre Dame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices