Notre Dame NFL Draft Preview - Part I
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In this first part of the Notre Dame NFL Draft Preview, hosts Brian and Trev dive into the 2026 NFL Draft prospects from the Notre Dame football program, highlighting a historically strong offensive-heavy class. The discussion centers on Jeremiah Love, the projected top-tier running back and clear favorite to go in the top five, with comparisons to Bijan Robinson and Jameer Gibbs. His elite athleticism, all-around skill set, clutch performances, and strong character are emphasized as key assets. The duo also analyze Jadarian Price, a dynamic, high-impact back with a proven track record in big games and exceptional kick return ability, projected as a late first-round or early second-round pick. Malachi Fields, a transfer from Virginia, is examined as a high-upside, big-bodied receiver with elite contested catch ability and strong combine performance, though his 4.61 40-yard dash time has hurt his draft stock, pushing him into the late second or third round. The hosts explore broader themes such as the evolving NFL value of Notre Dame players, the potential for a 'Notre Dame bump' due to recent success, and the changing trends in receiver profiles favoring smaller, quicker players over traditional big-bodied targets. The episode builds anticipation for the draft, with a focus on how Notre Dame’s offensive talent could redefine perceptions of the program in the NFL.
Jeremiah Love is the top-rated running back in the 2026 draft, with a strong case for being a top-five pick due to his all-around skill set, clutch performances, and elite athleticism.
Jadarian Price, despite playing behind Love, has a proven track record of big-game production and is a top-tier kick returner, making him a high-value second-round pick.
Malachi Fields' 4.61 40-yard dash has hurt his draft stock, but his contested catch ability and career production suggest he could be a late first or early second-round steal.
Notre Dame’s offensive-heavy draft class could signal a shift in NFL perception, with the potential for a 'Notre Dame bump' due to recent team success and player impact.
The NFL is trending toward smaller, quicker receivers, which may disadvantage big-bodied players like Malachi Fields, though there remains a niche for elite vertical threats.
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Introduction to the Notre Dame 2026 NFL Draft Class
The hosts introduce the Notre Dame 2026 NFL Draft class, highlighting the program's strong offensive talent and the potential for multiple players to be drafted in the first round. They discuss the historical significance of this draft class and the growing perception of Notre Dame as a more athletic, offensive powerhouse.
Jeremiah Love: The Top Pro Prospect
“He's without a doubt the best offensive player in the draft class. You want to debate who's a better prospect, him or Arvel Reese? We can have that debate, but there's no doubt he's the best offensive player in the draft class.”
Jadarian Price: The Dynamic Back with Big Game Impact
“If you look at the overall production, if he touches the ball 10 times in a game, it's a guaranteed touchdown statistically. I mean, which is one every three catches went for a touchdown, one every six kick returns went for a touchdown and one of 10 handoffs went for a touchdown.”
Malachi Fields: The Big-Bodied Receiver in a Changing NFL Landscape
“The NFL is a lot more about timing and precision and things like that. And so the need for that big-bodied 6'4 boundary contested catch winner, that's now kind of shifted to like the responsibilities of like a tight end.”
The Notre Dame Bump and NFL Perception Shift
The hosts debate whether Notre Dame players are being undervalued in the NFL draft and whether this draft class could trigger a 'Notre Dame bump.' They examine the stigma around the program and how recent player success may change team evaluations.
“He's without a doubt the best offensive player in the draft class. You want to debate who's a better prospect, him or Arvel Reese? We can have that debate, but there's no doubt he's the best offensive player in the draft class.”
“If you look at the overall production, if he touches the ball 10 times in a game, it's a guaranteed touchdown statistically. I mean, which is one every three catches went for a touchdown, one every six kick returns went for a touchdown and one of 10 handoffs went for a touchdown.”
“The NFL is a lot more about timing and precision and things like that. And so the need for that big-bodied 6'4 boundary contested catch winner, that's now kind of shifted to like the responsibilities of like a tight end.”
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Jeremiah Love
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Jadarian Price
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Malachi Fields
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Marcus Freeman
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Brian Kelly
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Mel Kiper
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New York Giants
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Tennessee Titans
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Seattle Seahawks
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Bucky Brooks
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