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Where did Notre Dame land in USA TODAY Sports’ latest Re-Rank?

Notre Dame’s unexpected loss to BYU in Week 7 has sent shockwaves through college football rankings, with the Fighting Irish dropping out of the top five in multiple projections. USA TODAY Sports’ latest NCAA Re-Rank 1-138 reflects the fallout from the controversial 28-24 defeat, where Notre Dame—once a national championship favorite—fell short in a game marked by missed calls and clock disputes.

The loss has also prompted adjustments in playoff seeding models, including On3’s CFP bracket projections, where Notre Dame is no longer listed as a top-five contender. Despite the setback, the team remains within the top 10 of several polls, including Joel Klatt’s latest rankings, and still holds a strong case for a playoff berth, though their path has grown more uncertain following the upset.

The defeat has reignited debates about Notre Dame’s ability to perform in high-pressure moments, as head coach Marcus Freeman’s season goal of ‘leaving no doubt’ now faces renewed scrutiny after the team’s collapse against an underdog.

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