Notre Dame, Penn State

Notre Dame, Penn State face off in College Football Playoff: Three keys to the Orange Bowl
The first College Football Playoff semifinal will feature Penn State and Notre Dame. A breakdown of the keys to victory in the Orange Bowl.
Is Notre Dame football likable now?
In this CFP, the Irish are winning over some people. Or maybe they're just benefitting from the distaste many feel for their opponents.
Notre Dame Must Overcome Injuries and Adversity to Defeat Penn State
With key injuries and limited prep time, Notre Dame faces a tough challenge against Penn State in their CFP showdown.
Notre Dame football vs. Penn State: three keys, predictions for Orange Bowl CFP semifinal
Which team will earn the first spot into the College Football Playoff title game? Here's three things that could decide Notre Dame vs. Penn State.
For the first time in decades, Notre Dame football lives up to its standard
Heading into the Orange Bowl, the Fighting Irish are finally showing signs that they can compete at the top of the sport in the modern era.
Notre Dame's Jeremiyah Love on track to play in CFP semifinal
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, who has been battling a knee injury, is on track to play against Penn State in the CFP semifinal at the Orange Bowl.
What are most memorable Notre Dame football wins over Penn State? Here are five
It's Notre Dame football against Penn State on Thursday with a spot in the national championship game at stake. The Irish have had some big wins in series. Here are five
Penn State vs. Notre Dame: Final thoughts & analysis of PSU’s CFP semifinal vs. Fighting Irish
Penn State will play its third College Football Playoff game when it takes on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the semifinals on 7:30 p.m. Thursday. The Nittany Lions and Fighting Irish will meet at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami,
Notre Dame Football List of Championships & Best Finishes Through the Years
Notre Dame has yet to win a College Football Playoff title since the NCAA adopted the playoff in 2014. We'll see if the Fighting Irish can accomplish it this season. Take a look a
Penn State Faces Notre Dame in CFP Semifinals
Penn State faces seventh-seeded (fifth-ranked) Notre Dame in the semifinals of the College Football Playoffs (CFP). The game
College Football Playoff: Notre Dame vs. Penn State Prediction | Who Will Dominate the CFP Semifinal?
Get ready for the College Football Playoff semifinal as Notre Dame takes on Penn State in a thrilling matchup at Hard Rock Stadium. Can the Fighting Irish’s elite rushing game outmaneuver the Nittany Lions’ impenetrable defense?
Notre Dame adapts on the fly to its longest season and changing schedule as CFP semifinal arrives
The postseason for Notre Dame has been all about adapting to circumstances. Taking finals before their first-round victory ...
How playing Notre Dame and FCS powers made Tennessee State football and Eddie George better
Eddie George says Tennessee State is better after playing outstanding competition such as Notre Dame and FCS national ...
This Notre Dame football defensive end understands the bigger picture after his key play
This hasn't been the season that defensive end R.J. Oben may have envisioned, but another strong postseason performance may ...
How Pat Coogan’s fiery speeches are fueling Notre Dame’s College Football Playoff run
A preseason benching didn't stop Coogan — who's back starting at center — from becoming the emotional leader of Notre Dame.
Jordan Faison’s Playoff Breakout for Notre Dame Is No Fluke
Jordan Faison’s breakout playoff performance shows his skill and impact on Notre Dame’s postseason success. Here's why it’s ...
Notre Dame vs. Penn State odds, spread: 2025 College Football Playoff picks, top Orange Bowl model predictions
SportsLine's model just revealed its College Football Playoff semifinal picks for No. 6 seed Penn State vs. No. 7 seed Notre ...
Maddy Westbeld makes return to No. 3 Notre Dame 4 months after having foot surgery
The new year has already gotten off to a great start for Notre Dame senior Maddy Westbeld. She's back playing basketball ...
Marcus Freeman Surpasses Brian Kelly at Notre Dame with CFP Wins and Vibe
Marcus Freeman elevates Notre Dame football, exceeding the Brian Kelly era with CFP victories and a whole new vibe.