Locked On Irish - Daily Podcast On Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football & Basketball

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Locked On Irish is your daily home for all things Notre Dame athletics. Hosted by Tyler Wojciak, a proud Notre Dame alum and producer at Fox Sports, the show delivers smart analysis, insider insight, and passionate conversation about the Fighting Irish. Tyler has been covering Notre Dame since 2020, bringing years of perspective to every game preview, recruiting update, and postgame reaction. Each episode blends his in-depth breakdowns with interviews from top beat reporters, national analysts, and former players, giving listeners unique perspectives they won’t find anywhere else. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network—your team, every day. Follow Tyler on Twitter: @TylerWojciak Subscribe on YouTube: Locked On Irish

  1. Mailbag! Most Important Players, Freeman’s Future, QB Plan, Recruiting Strategy, Best Games in 2026

    2D AGO

    Mailbag! Most Important Players, Freeman’s Future, QB Plan, Recruiting Strategy, Best Games in 2026

    Notre Dame football mailbag breaks down Marcus Freeman’s future, the Irish’s most important non-quarterback, linebacker production, recruiting strategy, transfer portal philosophy, and long-term quarterback outlook heading into the 2026 season. Tyler Wojciak answers fan questions on Notre Dame’s championship ceiling, Freeman’s NFL buzz, roster-building approach, and the best games to watch this season, while also diving into big-picture program direction and fun fan experience topics.   (0:00) - Intro (1:13) - Most Important Players & Freeman Future (13:59) - QB Plan & Recruiting Strategy (25:08) - Best Games in 2026   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ   Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonirish.supercast.com/   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    32 min
  2. IRISH SQUAD SHOW: Dabo Swinney calls out Notre Dame?? Home schedule is out for the Irish!

    2D AGO

    IRISH SQUAD SHOW: Dabo Swinney calls out Notre Dame?? Home schedule is out for the Irish!

    Dabo Swinney is calling out Notre Dame, but why?? The 2026 home schedule has been released, a 24 team playoff is being given the thumbs up from coaches, any leftovers from the Blue Gold game and more!    Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast RugietGet 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhlRugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    59 min
  3. Predicting Notre Dame’s Next 6 Commitments in the 2027 Recruiting Class

    3D AGO

    Predicting Notre Dame’s Next 6 Commitments in the 2027 Recruiting Class

    Notre Dame football recruiting is on fire as Marcus Freeman and the Irish continue building one of the nation’s top 2027 recruiting classes with elite defensive linemen, top offensive tackles, and explosive playmakers all trending toward South Bend. Tyler Wojciak breaks down his predictions for the next six players to commit to Notre Dame while explaining where each recruitment currently stands, why the Irish are in strong position, and what these additions would mean for the future of the program.   (0:00) - Intro (1:55) - Elite DL (12:05) - Top WR & DT (20:30) - Final Pieces on O-Line   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ   Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonirish.supercast.com/   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    28 min
  4. Spring Practice in Review with Greg Flammang: Key Learnings, Breakout Players, 2026 Expectations

    4D AGO

    Spring Practice in Review with Greg Flammang: Key Learnings, Breakout Players, 2026 Expectations

    Notre Dame football spring practice review delivers major takeaways, breakout players, position group evaluations, offensive identity questions, and updated expectations for the Fighting Irish heading into the 2026 season. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Greg Flammang of Irish Sports Daily to break down the biggest headlines from spring, which players and units stood out, what concerns remain, and how this all shapes Notre Dame’s outlook moving forward after previously previewing spring practice together.   (0:00) - Intro (1:02) - Biggest Takeaways (13:15) - Surprises/Risers (30:33) - Biggest Questions   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ   Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonirish.supercast.com/   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    38 min
  5. Notre Dame Recruiting Roundup With Brian Smith: Irish Add 4-Star TE & 3-Star WR, More Big Names on the Way

    5D AGO

    Notre Dame Recruiting Roundup With Brian Smith: Irish Add 4-Star TE & 3-Star WR, More Big Names on the Way

    Notre Dame football recruiting is surging in the Class of 2027 with multiple new commitments, including Titus Hawk, Jackson Coleman, Champ Monds, and Aidan O’Neil, while the Irish continue to build momentum with top targets across wide receiver, defensive line, and the secondary. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Locked On Recruiting Insider host Brian Smith on this crossover episode to break down the latest Notre Dame recruiting news, evaluate the newest commits, and project what’s next for the Irish as they push for another elite class.   (0:00) - Intro (1:01) - Titus Hawk & Jackson Coleman (14:01) - Champ Monds & Aiden O’Neil (29:26) - Zayden Gamble, John Gay, Next Commits   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ   Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonirish.supercast.com/   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    36 min
  6. INSTANT REACTION: Notre Dame Lands Two Huge Commits! Top QB Champ Monds & Elite EDGE Aidan O’Neil

    MAY 1

    INSTANT REACTION: Notre Dame Lands Two Huge Commits! Top QB Champ Monds & Elite EDGE Aidan O’Neil

    Notre Dame football’s 2026 national championship outlook, CJ Carr’s development, breakout spring performers, and NFL Draft projections headline a loaded Friday mailbag episode. Tyler Wojciak breaks it all down, diving into what separates this year’s team from 2025, which players made the biggest jump this spring, how many Irish could be selected early in the NFL Draft, whether defensive concerns are overblown, and the ultimate debate: CJ Carr or Ian Book in a game-winning drive.   (0:00) - Intro (1:25) - Champ Monds Commitment Breakdown (12:51) - Aidan O’Neil Commitment Breakdown   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ   Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonirish.supercast.com/   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    20 min
  7. Mailbag! Biggest Difference Between ’26 Team and ’25, Spring Risers, Future First Rounders, QB Debate

    MAY 1

    Mailbag! Biggest Difference Between ’26 Team and ’25, Spring Risers, Future First Rounders, QB Debate

    Notre Dame football’s 2026 national championship outlook, CJ Carr’s development, breakout spring performers, and NFL Draft projections headline a loaded Friday mailbag episode. Tyler Wojciak breaks it all down, diving into what separates this year’s team from 2025, which players made the biggest jump this spring, how many Irish could be selected early in the NFL Draft, whether defensive concerns are overblown, and the ultimate debate: CJ Carr or Ian Book in a game-winning drive.   (0:00) - Intro (1:25) - ’26 vs. ’25 & Spring Risers (15:19:14) - NFL Draft Outlook & Scheme Changes (25:14) - QB Debate   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ   Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonirish.supercast.com/   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    32 min
  8. Notre Dame Lands Top Defensive Back Commitment, QB Recruiting Heating Up, Elite DE and WR Targets on Commit Watch

    APR 30

    Notre Dame Lands Top Defensive Back Commitment, QB Recruiting Heating Up, Elite DE and WR Targets on Commit Watch

    Notre Dame football recruiting is heating up in a major way with elite 2027 QB Champ Monds nearing a decision, 4-star safety Zayden Gamble officially in the fold, and top targets like Aidan O’Neil and Julius Jones Jr. trending toward the Irish as momentum builds for a potential recruiting surge. Tyler Wojciak breaks down Gamble’s commitment and what it means for the future of the secondary, analyzes the latest on Notre Dame’s quarterback recruiting strategy with Monds and beyond, and previews key upcoming decisions that could shape the 2027 class in a big way.   (0:00) - Intro (1:42) - Zayden Gamble Commit Breakdown (13:26) - QB Recruiting Heats Up (23:53) - Elite Targets on Commit Watch   Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ   Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonirish.supercast.com/   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Locked On Irish is your daily home for all things Notre Dame athletics. Hosted by Tyler Wojciak, a proud Notre Dame alum and producer at Fox Sports, the show delivers smart analysis, insider insight, and passionate conversation about the Fighting Irish. Tyler has been covering Notre Dame since 2020, bringing years of perspective to every game preview, recruiting update, and postgame reaction. Each episode blends his in-depth breakdowns with interviews from top beat reporters, national analysts, and former players, giving listeners unique perspectives they won’t find anywhere else. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network—your team, every day. Follow Tyler on Twitter: @TylerWojciak Subscribe on YouTube: Locked On Irish

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