The Independent: A Notre Dame Football Podcast 2025 Notre Dame Football Fan Survey
Jul 2, 2025
This episode dives into the recent fan survey revealing insights on the future of Notre Dame football. Fans share their thoughts on the evolving rivalry with USC and what makes a successful season. The conversation includes opinions on Marcus Freeman’s leadership and highlights potential breakout stars for 2025. Additionally, there's a fun discussion on the best sports commentators and how AI could change the broadcasting landscape. Fans reflect on their emotional ties to the team, using humor and nostalgia to express their hopes for the upcoming season.
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Fan Optimism and Season Expectations
- Notre Dame fans show high optimism but with nuanced expectations for 2025 season success.
- They predict a 10-2 regular season likely leads to a playoff berth, dropping from last year's 11-1 majority.
CJ Carr Seen as Key Breakout
- CJ Carr is overwhelmingly favored as the starting quarterback and breakout player for 2025.
- Fans' playoff hopes heavily depend on Carr's performance given his limited college game experience.
Tirico's Broadcast Excellence
- Mike Tirico is widely regarded as the best play-by-play announcer for Notre Dame broadcasts.
- Fans appreciate his professionalism and preparation, though some prefer pairing him with Brady Quinn or Mike Mayock.