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Notre Dame anticipates strong season despite reduced roster size

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 3:18 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Notre Dame anticipates strong season despite reduced roster size

Summary

Notre Dame's football team prepares for the 2026 season with an approximately 30-player roster, down 14 from last season. Coach Pat Armstrong remains optimistic due to returning players such as linemen Noah Tockes and Dominic Jones. The Irish have a history of playoff appearances and aim to continue this pattern. They will face Richmond-Burton in their season opener on Friday.

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By the Numbers

•Notre Dame has 30 players on its roster for 2026.
•Coach Pat Armstrong emphasizes experience among returning players.
•The Irish finished 8-3 last season and are perennial playoff contenders.
•They host Richmond-Burton for their season opener on Friday.
•Tockes and Jones highlight the team's focus on toughness and experience.

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What they're saying

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PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Notre Dame saw this coming. The Irish figured they may be playing with a small roster in 2026. Coach Pat Armstrong has around 30 players on his varsity roster, 14 fewer than he had last season. But the expectations are still big with the Irish. They are a perennial playoff team […]
— Yahoo Sports

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