The buzz surrounding the CFP is growing stronger each week as Notre Dame Football continues to thrive. With a seven-game winning streak and three regular-season games ahead—where they are favored to win—the Irish have shown consistent improvement since the second week of the season.
As November arrives, this success is placing Notre Dame firmly in contention not only for a playoff spot but potentially as a host for the games, thanks to the new 12-team CFP format. The media attention on college football is at an all-time high.
At this crucial juncture, it’s vital for the Irish program to stay engaged with the CFP rankings to understand what’s at stake. The team needs to recognize how close they are to achieving one of their primary season objectives. However, they must avoid becoming overly focused on the prospect of making the CFP or hosting a playoff game, as such distractions could lead to setbacks.
Having overcome the setback from the Northern Illinois loss, which left many doubting their CFP hopes, Notre Dame has persevered and secured multiple wins while flying under the radar. Their consistent performance has led to a rise in national recognition, despite the fact that their opponents may not have been the strongest.
Now, with just three games remaining, Notre Dame is on the verge of an impressive comeback and the possibility of hosting a playoff game. They cannot afford any distractions at this point; the team’s journey has been too significant to lose focus.
The earlier loss served as a reminder of the importance of each game. If the Irish can maintain the same focus they demonstrated during their winning streak for just three more games, it would signal significant growth and maturity for both the team and their leader, Marcus Freeman.
