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Pete Fiutak

Pete Fiutak

Joined: Jun 6, 2024

Notre Dame, Kansas, Illinois, and Mississippi State On SI. Publisher of CollegeFootballNews.com since 1998, writing more words about college football than any human ever. Worked for FOX Sports, USA TODAY, The Sporting News, and CBS Sports. America’s radio guest on ESPN, FOX, VSiN and several major market stations. Co-hosted shows on NFL Network, Big Ten Network, FOX Sports Radio, and for eight years was a talking head for Campus Insiders - now Stadium - including as an in-stadium co-host for the first four CFP National Championships. Heisman voter, FWAA Award winner, Doak Walker Award advisory board. Ordered by Keith Jackson to “call me Keith.” BlueSky @petefiutak.bsky.social and X @PeteFiutak

Dec 20, 2024; Notre Dame, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman celebrates with his team after defeating the Indiana Hoosiers in the first round of the College Football Playoff at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images
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Notre Dame Played Like a Champion Today in Win Over Indiana: 5 Key Takeaways

Notre Dame’s victory over Indiana showcased its championship potential. Here are 5 key takeaways from their CFP performance.

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Nov 9, 2024; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman stands with his players for the Notre Dame Alma Mater after defeating the Florida State Seminoles at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images
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Marcus Freeman Signs Extension with Notre Dame: Why He's Better Than You Think

Notre Dame locked in head coach Marcus Freeman to a contract extension. It's the right move at the right time.

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Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman celebrates a turnover during a NCAA college football game against Virginia at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in South Bend.
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What Will the Final College Football Playoff Bracket Be? What Seed Will Notre Dame Earn?

Breaking down the final College Football Playoff bracket predictions and Notre Dame’s potential seeding for a championship run.

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Riley Leonard (13) celebrates with Notre Dame Fighting Irish offensive lineman Aamil Wagner (59) after scoring a touchdown Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, during the NCAA football game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. Notre Dame Fighting Irish won 66-7.
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Notre Dame vs Miami University Game Preview: All the ND on SI Predictions and Analysis

Notre Dame has an interesting test against Miami University in Week 4. Here are all the preview pieces.

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Notre Dame corner back Benjamin Morrison (20) walks with his team during warm ups before a NCAA college football game between Notre Dame and Northern Illinois at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in South Bend.
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Notre Dame Football: 5 Most Likely Bowl Scenarios After the Loss to Northern Illinois

Now what for the Fighting Irish when it comes to bowl projections and where they might go?

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Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard (13) falls backwards into the end zone to score a touchdown during a NCAA college football game between Notre Dame and Northern Illinois at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in South Bend.
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Notre Dame Football Fans, Really, Everything Is Fine After NIU Faceplant Loss (Maybe)

Notre Dame suffered one of its most embarrassing losses ever, but all might be okay ... maybe

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Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard (13) at Notre Dame spring football practice Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the Irish Athletics Center in South Bend.
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Notre Dame Football 2024 Win Total Prediction: Why Betting the Under Is Smart

The 2024 Notre Dame football team should be fantastic, but why should you bet the under - at least for right now - on the 10.5 win total?

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Sep 23, 2023; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Florida State Seminoles linebacker Karen DeLoach (4) hits Clemson Tigers quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) To knock the ball loose before picking up the fumble and returning it for a touchdown during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports
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ACC Football Schedule 2024: Who Every Team Misses and Who Faces Notre Dame

Schedules mean everything to a conference season. Who does every ACC team miss on its 2024 football slate, and who has to play Notre Dame?

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Oct 14, 2023; South Bend, Indiana, USA; The Notre Dame Leprechaun and cheerleaders celebrate after a Notre Dame touchdown in the third quarter against the USC Trojans at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports
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AP Poll Top 25 Football Preseason Prediction: Where Will Notre Dame Rank?

Notre Dame will be high up in the preseason AP college football top 25. Where will it rank?

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Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates during the trophy presentation after the 34-13 win over Washington at the national championship game at NRG Stadium in Houston on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024.
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Notre Dame Could Be the New Michigan (Without the Jim Harbaugh Energy)

Could Notre Dame make the jump into a new level and turn into a true national title contender like Michigan did under Jim Harbaugh?

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Notre Dame's Jeremiyah Love (12) at the 90th Sun Bowl game against Oregon State in El Paso, Texas Friday, Dec. 29, 2023.
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College Football Win Totals: Predictions for Notre Dame and Independents

What should the win totals be for the 2024 college football season for Notre Dame and the rest of the independents?

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Sep 16, 2023; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman stands with his team for the Notre Dame Alma Mater after Notre Dame defeated the Central Michigan Chippewas at Notre Dame Stadium.
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8 Most Likely Opponents for Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff First Round

Let's say Notre Dame makes the College Football Playoff. Depending on the seed, what eight teams are the most likely options?

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