Notre Dame Buy/Sell/Hold - Part II

Irish Breakdown48mApril 21, 2026

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In this second part of the Notre Dame Buy/Sell/Hold episode, hosts Trevor and Brian dive deep into the 2026 season outlook for the Fighting Irish, analyzing everything from draft prospects and offensive line potential to team projections and player development. They express strong confidence in Notre Dame’s offensive line, particularly the right side with Will Black and Kirby Lambert, and believe the team will be more talented than in 2025, despite losing key players. The discussion shifts to Miami’s improvement under Darian Mensah and the evolution of Georgia’s offensive strategy under Shannon Dawson, with a critical look at how statistics like passing yards can be misleading without context. The hosts debate whether Notre Dame will cover the spread in all 12 regular-season games—skeptical—and assess the likelihood of CJ Carr winning the Heisman, with mixed views. They also reflect on the jersey scrimmage, with one host feeling it answered more questions than it raised, while the other remains cautious. A notable segment critiques Indiana’s defensive coordinator’s response to Ty Simpson’s pre-draft comments, calling it unnecessary and poorly timed. The episode closes with strong predictions for All-American honors, quarterback battles, and the importance of development over early assumptions.

Key Takeaways
1

Notre Dame’s offensive line, especially the right side with Will Black and Kirby Lambert, is poised to be elite in 2026.

2

CJ Carr has a strong chance to win the Heisman, but the team’s defense may not allow 14 points per game.

3

The jersey scrimmage answered more questions than it raised, particularly on offensive line cohesion and player development.

4

Ty Simpson’s comments about Indiana’s defense were poorly worded and unnecessary to respond to, especially after a 38-3 win.

5

The quarterback battle between Noah Grubbs, Teddy Gerrard, and Blake Hebert will be competitive, with Grubbs having a spring head start.

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Chapters
0:00
10 min

Opening: Notre Dame's 2026 Outlook and Draft Projections

I'd be a little disappointed if Will Black and Gerby Lambert don't end up as first round picks. I'll be honest. Yeah. I just think they're that kind of player.

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10:00
10 min

Miami’s 2026 Potential and Offensive Evolution

The hosts analyze Miami’s projected improvement in 2026, citing a more dynamic quarterback in Darian Mensah, a stronger receiving corps, and a more experienced offensive line. They debate whether the team will be better than last year despite losing key defensive players.

20:00
10 min

Debunking Misleading Statistics in Quarterback Evaluation

3,800 yards in 16 games, Trev, means you're a top 35 quarterback. I think that fits right there into game manager. 100%. Yep, 100%.

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30:00
10 min

Heisman, Points Per Game, and Defensive Projections

I'm going to sell the Heisman just because I don't know that Notre Dame's quarterback is going to get enough love and respect to win a Heisman.

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40:00
10 min

Jersey Scrimmage Reflections and Player Development

The hosts reflect on the jersey scrimmage, with one believing it answered more questions than it raised, while the other remains cautious. They discuss lingering questions about Aeneas Williams, Keedron Young, and Jason Onye, but agree on progress in offensive line cohesion.

High-Impact Quotes
You just won the natty. Why are you still kind of acting like you're this poor picked on offended coach when you just won the natty?
Brian30:10
Viral: 90.0
3,800 yards in 16 games, Trev, means you're a top 35 quarterback. I think that fits right there into game manager. 100%. Yep, 100%.
Brian13:43
Viral: 88.0
I'd be a little disappointed if Will Black and Gerby Lambert don't end up as first round picks. I'll be honest. Yeah. I just think they're that kind of player.
Trevor1:41
Viral: 85.0
Speakers

Hosts

TrevorBrian
Topics Discussed
Notre Dame 2026 Season Outlook95%Quarterback Development and Competition90%Offensive Line Projections88%Statistical Analysis in Football85%Heisman Trophy Projections80%Defensive Strategy and Performance78%Player Development and Spring Scrimmage75%Media and Coaching Reactions70%
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Brian

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish

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45xPositive

CJ Carr

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25xPositive

Miami Hurricanes

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18xPositive

Will Black

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15xPositive

Kirby Lambert

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14xPositive

Noah Grubbs

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12xPositive

Teddy Gerrard

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11xPositive

Ty Simpson

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