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Notre Dame defeats Wisconsin 41-13 in season-opening game

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Notre Dame defeats Wisconsin 41-13 in season-opening game
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Notre Dame opened its football season with a 41-13 victory over Wisconsin at Green Bay on September 6. Despite a slow start that saw the Irish running backs gain only 35 yards in the first half, the offense found momentum after halftime adjustments. Sullivan Asher entered the game at right guard for the second half, coinciding with a more effective rushing attack led by Aneyas Williams. Defensively, DJ McKinney recorded a 55-yard interception return for a touchdown. The team managed the win despite sustaining injuries to starters Brauntae Johnson and Jason Onye. Notre Dame now prepares for its home opener against Rice on September 12.

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  • •Notre Dame defeated Wisconsin 41-13 in Green Bay on September 6.
  • •Aneyas Williams scored two rushing touchdowns for the Irish after halftime.
  • •DJ McKinney recorded a 55-yard pick-6 for Notre Dame in the second half.
  • •Starters Brauntae Johnson and Jason Onye suffered lower leg injuries during the game.
  • •Notre Dame hosts Rice for its next game on September 12.
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  • 3:08 AMYahoo Sports — Notre Dame football earns solid grades with slow-moving win for openers
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Sullivan Asher replaced Styles Prescod at right guard to open the second half and made an impact for Notre Dame in season-opening win over Wisconsin.

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