First and Gold: Notre Dame Podcast

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First and Gold: Notre Dame Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Peter Jay Mulroy, with 42 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Peter Jay Mulroy hosts First and Gold: Notre Dame Podcast, a sports show with 42 episodes published.

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  The GOOD, the BAD, & the UGLY | Notre Dame Takes Care of Business, But Leaves Plenty to Discuss

  Oct 5, 202627 min

  Shop B.Draddy https://bdraddy.com/collections/notre-dame Shop TMPR Sports https://tmprsports.com/search?type=product%2Cpage&q=Notre%20dame* Notre Dame walks away with a 37-26 win over North Carolina, but don't let the final score fool you. This game felt much more lopsided than the scoreboard suggests. What should have been a comfortable 28-7 Irish lead heading into halftime quickly turned into a much more interesting afternoon thanks to questionable goal line play calling, a turnover on downs, a 97-yard touchdown drive by the Tar Heels, and a kickoff return touchdown to open the second half. So how much of North Carolina's comeback was self-inflicted, and how much should concern Irish fans moving forward? We break down the defensive lapses, the momentum swings, and the mistakes that allowed the Tar Heels to hang around longer than they should have. On the bright side, Notre Dame's running game continues to find its identity. Jonaz Walton is making a serious case to be the go-to back alongside Nolan James, and the Irish offense is showing signs of becoming a more physical, consistent unit. Despite the frustrating moments, Notre Dame secures its 15th consecutive double-digit victory. Is this a case of a good team making a few costly mistakes, or are there warning signs the Irish need to address before tougher competition arrives?

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  Is Notre Dame OVERCONFIDENT Heading Into Chapel Hill?!

  Oct 1, 202631 min

  Shop B.Draddy https://bdraddy.com/collections/notre-dame Shop TMPR Sports https://bdraddy.com/collections/notre-dame The Irish have begun to establish an identity of their own, but questions still surround exactly what this North Carolina team can become under one of the greatest coaches in NFL history. Could an early noon kickoff, a potentially overconfident Notre Dame team, and a little Chapel Hill magic from Belichick combine to create a stumbling block for the Irish? North Carolina’s defense appears to be the strength of this team, with the defensive line standing out as a unit Notre Dame will need to account for. On the other side of the ball, the Tar Heels have some intriguing weapons, including tight end Jelani Thurman, who could present problems for the Irish defense. Is Notre Dame ready to handle business on the road, or is this a matchup that could be much more dangerous than it looks on paper? We break down the matchup, the potential pitfalls, and what Notre Dame needs to do to avoid an unexpected stumble in Chapel Hill.

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  Notre Dame is starting to FIGURE IT OUT: DL is SURGING + Running Game FINDS its FOOTING

  Sep 29, 202638 min

  Shop B.Draddy https://bdraddy.com/collections/notre-dame Shop TMPR Sports https://tmprsports.com/?aff=198 The Irish continue to find answers on both sides of the ball, and there are plenty of encouraging developments to break down. Notre Dame’s defensive line continues to show legitimate pass rushing ability on the edge, with Boubacar Traore and Bryce Young making their presence felt. Young in particular has been a pleasant surprise, continuing to show the growth and development that has made him an increasingly important piece of the Irish defense. With Brauntae Johnson and Luke Talich unavailable, true freshman Joey O’Brien was thrust into action at safety. The former five-star recruit made the most of his opportunity, showing the instincts, athleticism, and playmaking ability that made him one of the nation’s most highly regarded recruits coming out of high school. On offense, Notre Dame is beginning to show more balance and creativity. The ball was spread around more consistently, including opportunities for the tight ends, while multiple wide receivers continue to make their mark. Micah Gilbert’s emergence has been one of the biggest storylines, while Jordan Faison and Jaden Greathouse continue to give CJ Carr reliable weapons in the passing game. And perhaps most importantly, the Notre Dame running game is starting to find its footing. After some early season questions, the Irish are beginning to establish more consistency on the ground which is an encouraging sign as this offense continues to develop its identity.

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  Notre Dame’s NEW Offensive Identity? Micah Gilbert Explodes + RB Room Shakeup?! | CJ Carr in COMMAND

  Sep 23, 202632 min

  Shop B.Draddy https://bdraddy.com/collections/notre... Shop TMPR Sports https://tmprsports.com/?aff=198 Notre Dame handled Michigan State 27-10 to move to 3-0, but the 17-point victory left plenty to unpack. The Irish showed flashes of a developing offensive identity behind CJ Carr, who continues to look increasingly comfortable pushing the ball downfield and making plays when Notre Dame needs them. Micah Gilbert officially exploded onto the scene, putting together a career night with 8 catches for 170 yards and establishing himself as a legitimate weapon in the Notre Dame passing game. Is Gilbert becoming the type of playmaker this offense has been missing? On the defensive side, Luke Talich once again made the most of his opportunity in the absence of Brauntae Johnson, delivering a standout performance that raises even more questions about the safety rotation moving forward. Then there's the running back room. Nolan James Jr. turned in a career performance with 121 rushing yards, looking every bit like an emerging alpha back as Notre Dame searches for consistency on the ground. Does James deserve to become the clear lead back over Aneyas Williams? And finally, we have to talk about Williams' night — his struggles on the field and a controversial end-zone celebration that drew attention given the circumstances surrounding the play.

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  PAT FITZGERALD RETURNS TO NOTRE DAME! Can Michigan State STEAL the Megaphone?

  Sep 17, 202639 min

  SHOP B.Draddy https://bdraddy.com/collections/notre-dame SHOP TMPR https://tmprsports.com/ https://tmprsports.com/?aff=198 The Battle for the Megaphone is BACK. After nearly a decade without a meeting, Notre Dame and Michigan State renew one of college football’s historic rivalries under the lights in South Bend. The two programs have met 79 times dating back to 1897, with the Megaphone Trophy on the line since 1949. This will be the first matchup since 2017. On this episode of First & Gold, we preview Notre Dame vs. Michigan State and take a closer look at the storylines surrounding the return of this rivalry. What does this game mean for the Irish? And what does it mean for a Michigan State program beginning a new era under head coach Pat Fitzgerald? Fitzgerald certainly isn't a stranger to Notre Dame. From his playing days at Northwestern to his years competing against the Irish, he has plenty of history with Notre Dame and now gets the opportunity to lead the Spartans into Notre Dame Stadium for the first time as their head coach. Notre Dame enters the matchup 2-0 and ranked No. 3 nationally, while Michigan State also comes in unbeaten at 2-0 under Fitzgerald. So the question is simple: Will Michigan State and Pat Fitzgerald have enough juice to make the "Battle for the Megaphone" a battle? We break down the matchup, the rivalry, the Fitzgerald connection, and what Notre Dame needs to do to take care of business as the Irish look to keep the Megaphone in South Bend.

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