Notre Dame Fighting Irish
2025 Season Results

Notre Dame Fighting Irish — 2025 Season Review

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish completed the 2025 season with a 10-2 overall record under head coach Marcus Freeman, navigating a outstanding campaign as a member of the Independent. The program averaged 42.0 points per game while allowing 17.6 points per contest across 12 games.

The highlight reel included a 70-7 victory at home against Syracuse Orange, a 56-13 victory on the road against Arkansas Razorbacks, and a 49-10 victory at home against Navy Midshipmen. These signature victories defined the trajectory of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish's season and demonstrated the team's competitive resolve.

The setbacks included a narrow 40-41 defeat to Texas A&M Aggies and a narrow 24-27 defeat to Miami Hurricanes. Despite the losses, the coaching staff used each result as a teaching moment to develop the roster for the remainder of the schedule.

Despite finishing with 10 wins, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish did not participate in a bowl game during the 2025 postseason. The offseason provided an opportunity for the coaching staff to evaluate personnel and prepare for the upcoming campaign.

At home, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish went 6-1, while posting a 4-1 record in road contests. The team's performances across different venues reflected the overall competitiveness of the 2025 roster from start to finish.

The offensive production remained consistent throughout the year, with 240 points in the first half and 264 in the second half of the schedule. Defensively, the unit allowed 17.6 points per game, a mark that played a significant role in determining the outcome of close contests throughout the 2025 campaign.

Looking at the full body of work, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish posted a 10-2 record in 2025, which showcased the program at its best. Across 12 games, the team dominated opponents with a scoring margin of +24.4 points per game. These results positioned the program for future success.