Notre Dame Needs Rivalry Game Back More Than USC
Summary
Notre Dame and USC will not play their traditional rivalry game this fall, with talks to resume the series likely not happening until 2030. Notre Dame is willing to change its usual scheduling demands to bring USC back, as the Irish want to improve their chances of making the College Football Playoff (CFP).Key Facts
- Notre Dame and USC have played every season since 1926 except during WWII and 2020.
- They are currently discussing restarting the rivalry but likely won't play again until 2030.
- Notre Dame is willing to schedule games earlier in the season to accommodate USC.
- USC plays in the Big Ten conference, which has strong teams and financial benefits.
- USC does not feel it needs to play Notre Dame for playoff chances or money.
- Notre Dame needs tougher opponents like USC to improve its CFP chances.
- Notre Dame added BYU to its 2026 schedule to replace USC, but BYU is seen as a weaker opponent.
- Notre Dame faces pressure to strengthen its schedule due to changes in college football conferences and the transfer of top teams.
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