Notre Dame makes significant jump in USA TODAY Sports’ Re-Rank
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Notre Dame’s stunning Week 10 victory over No. 1 Miami has propelled the Fighting Irish into the national spotlight, with the team leaping to No.
3 in both the AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll. The upset—Notre Dame’s most significant since 2020—has reignited discussions about their College Football Playoff potential, as the Irish now sit on the cusp of securing a playoff berth after weeks of being on the fringe.
Quarterback CJ Carr’s standout performance was a key factor in the win, drawing comparisons to Heisman-caliber play as Notre Dame executed against a top-ranked opponent. The victory also reignited speculation about Notre Dame’s ranking in the next CFP projections, with analysts projecting a significant climb from their previous position outside the playoff conversation.
