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Irish Illustrated Insider takes an initial look at Notre Dame’s 2021 slate, reviews a few potential risers from the Summer Countdown Series, and examines the team’s prospects for breakout players next fall.

Irish Illustrated Insider discusses the more (and less) meaningful events of Spring Ball 2021 including overreactions, improvements for the fall, and brushes with greatness on the Notre Dame beat. Get all the latest Notre Dame news at IrishIllustrated.com

Irish Illustrated Insider gathers for post-spring observations. Who impressed? Who improved? Who’s exiting immediately and who might join the fray as the summer unfolds?

Irish Illustrated Insider offers key points to follow for Saturday’s Blue-Gold Game, touches upon the biggest surprises this spring, and takes a shot at forecasting Notre Dame’s NFL Draft prospects for the upcoming weekend.

Irish Illustrated Insider gathers for a review of the week that was inside Notre Dame’s practice walls and offers a tribute to long-time friend, teammate, and colleague, Lou Somogyi.

Irish Illustrated Insider offers opinions on Notre Dame’s spring surprises (Blake Fisher), rising stars (the defensive line unit), and position battles that continue to heat up.

Irish Illustrated Insider breaks down Notre Dame’s surprises and top performers as the Irish pass the quarter mark of Spring Practice.

Irish Illustrated Insider reviews the three-minute clip of Notre Dame’s first spring practices and offers ample speculation after an opening interview with head coach Brian Kelly.

Irish Illustrated Insider turns its eye to recruiting necessities and likewise breaks down Notre Dame’s most intriguing position battles for the forthcoming spring session.

Irish Illustrated Insider discusses Notre Dame’s latest recruiting efforts, projects a few spring breakout candidates, and touches on a pleasant surprise brewing on the diamond.

Irish Illustrated Insider discusses two recent Irish pledges, one likely on the way, and reviews the recent ups and downs of Mike Brey’s basketball program.

Irish Illustrated Insider discusses the passing of fan and media favorite Louis Nix, potential solutions at safety, offers no defense for the men’s basketball team, opines on our choice for desert island protective detail, and more.

Irish Illustrated Insider discusses a pair of coaching staff tweaks, examines next year’s schedule, and offers fan recommendations for a hopeful return to football travel next fall. What's on your mind? Talk about it on the Four Horseman Lounge Sign up for our FREE Notre Dame Newsletter Subscribe to our Irish Illustrated Insider Podcast Check out our YouTube channel Like us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter: @timprister @KevinSinclair_ @timomalleyND @jfreeman58 @TomLoy247 Go VIP - One Month for Only $1 Download the CBS Sports App and get the latest Notre Dame news today.

Irish Illustrated Insider discusses the recent press conference with four Irish assistants, the ongoing transfer market, and is in relative agreement for the impending changing identity of the Irish offense. What's on your mind? Talk about it on the Four Horseman Lounge Sign up for our FREE Notre Dame Newsletter Subscribe to our Irish Illustrated Insider Podcast Check out our YouTube channel Like us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter: @timprister @KevinSinclair_ @timomalleyND @jfreeman58 @TomLoy247 Go VIP - One Month for Only $1 Download the CBS Sports App and get the latest Notre Dame news today.

Irish Illustrated Insider examines Marcus Freeman’s immediate impact on recruiting, the return of senior safety Houston Griffith--and on a related note--takes an initial look at which veteran players must make a move this spring.

Irish Illustrated Insider discusses January’s developments to date with an eye toward Notre Dame’s next steps regarding assistant coaches' personnel movement and players who could benefit from the change to defensive coordinator Marcus Freeman.

Irish Illustrated Insider discusses the news of the week highlighted by the hiring of Marcus Freeman, loss of Terry Joseph, and several reserve players to the transfer portal.

Irish Illustrated Insider breaks down the loss to Alabama and looks ahead to what’s next in terms of personnel and coaching staff changes for 2021

Irish Illustrated Insider discusses Notre Dame’s best scenarios for an upset over Alabama and delves into the oft-asked question in the wake of a season-ending defeat: What’s next?

Irish Illustrated Insider continues to examine Notre Dame’s key matchups--both winnable and perhaps too challenging--for Friday's Semifinal against Alabama.