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After the 2025-2026 college football season, Notre Dame finished ranked #11 in the final US LBM Coaches Poll and #10 in the Associated Press (AP) Top 25 poll. Here’s a recap of how the coaches and AP voters viewed the Fighting Irish.
Key Insights
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Notre Dame finished the season ranked #11 in the Coaches Poll and #10 in the AP Poll.
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Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame’s coach, voted his team ninth in the Coaches Poll.
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Notre Dame’s schedule for 2026 includes three games against teams that made the final Coaches Top 25: Miami, BYU, and Navy.
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The AP poll saw Indiana finishing #1 after winning the National Championship against Miami (FL).
In-Depth Analysis
Notre Dame had a strong season, achieving 10 straight wins after an 0-2 start. Despite this, they were left out of the 12-team College Football Playoff and declined an invitation to the Pop-Tarts Bowl.
The final US LBM Coaches Poll revealed interesting choices by various coaches. For example, UTEP’s head coach did not rank Notre Dame at all, while Indiana’s coach, who "hates Notre Dame," ranked them at #7.
The AP Poll saw some movement after the championship game. Indiana remained at #1, Miami moved up to #2, and other teams shifted based on their performance and the outcome of the playoff games.
FAQs
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Q: Where did Notre Dame rank in the final Coaches Poll?
Notre Dame finished 11th in the US LBM Coaches Poll.
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Q: Where did Notre Dame rank in the final AP Top 25 poll?
The Fighting Irish finished 10th in the AP Top 25 poll.
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Q: Which teams on Notre Dame’s 2026 schedule were in the final Coaches Top 25?
Miami, BYU, and Navy.
Key Takeaways
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Notre Dame concluded the 2025-2026 season with top 11 rankings in both major polls, reflecting a successful year.
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The Coaches Poll showed varied opinions on Notre Dame’s ranking, highlighting the subjective nature of college football polls.
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Key matchups in the 2026 season against ranked opponents will provide opportunities for Notre Dame to improve their standing.
Discussion
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