Notre Dame football overwhelms Stanford with 58-7 victory

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Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Notre Dame football overwhelms Stanford with 58-7 victory
Summary

No. 3 Notre Dame football concluded the first half of the 2026 season with a dominant 58-7 win over Stanford. The game was largely decided by halftime, with Notre Dame leading 37-0. Notre Dame's running backs showcased impressive performances, contributing multiple touchdowns. The Irish's defense was equally formidable, highlighted by a notable interception from Boubacar Traore. Looking ahead, Notre Dame prepares to face BYU next week, marking the start of a more challenging segment in their schedule.

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  • •Notre Dame scores 58 points against Stanford, leading 37-0 at halftime.
  • •Running backs Nolan James, Aneyas Williams, and Jonaz Walton all score touchdowns.
  • •Boubacar Traore intercepts a pass and contributes significantly on defense.
  • •Next game for Notre Dame is against BYU on October 14.
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The first half of the 2026 regular season officially ended for Notre Dame football with a shellacking of Stanford. Now it gets interesting for Irish.

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