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How Notre Dame’s opponents fared in WEEK 6 of the CFB season

Notre Dame’s undefeated start to the 2026 college football season has continued to impress, as the Irish have dominated their first six opponents with a mix of dominant performances and narrow escapes. The Fighting Irish opened with a commanding 42-13 victory over Wisconsin, followed by a shutout of Rice (52-0) and a hard-fought 27-10 win over Michigan State.

Their most impressive outing came against Purdue, where they cruised to a 49-10 victory, while a 37-26 win over North Carolina showcased their resilience in less-than-ideal conditions. The Irish closed out the first half of their schedule with a 58-7 blowout of Stanford at home, setting the stage for a top-10 showdown with BYU next week.

Meanwhile, their opponents have struggled across the board, with teams like Wisconsin (4-1), Michigan State (2-4), and Stanford (2-4) all posting losses while others like North Carolina (3-2) and Purdue (3-3) have faced tougher-than-expected slumps. The Irish’s schedule may not have been as punishing as initially feared, but their ability to control games—even against ranked teams—has solidified their status as national championship contenders.

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