Notre Dame ranks sixth in 2026 Team Talent Composite rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
247Sports has placed Notre Dame at No. 6 in its 2026 Team Talent Composite rankings, identifying the Fighting Irish as one of the top teams nationally. The rankings highlight the Irish's strong roster ahead of the college football season, featuring programs like Georgia and Ohio State above them. Head coach Marcus Freeman enters his tenure with returning coordinators Chris Ash and Mike Denbrock, which could enhance team cohesion. Historically, teams ranked in the top-15 have won the College Football Playoff title since 2015, keeping Notre Dame in championship contention as the season approaches.
- •Notre Dame is ranked sixth in the 2026 Team Talent Composite.
- •247Sports rankings assess overall roster talent from high school and JUCO ratings.
- •Head coach Marcus Freeman retains both his coordinators for the season.
- •Every College Football Playoff title winner since 2015 has been top-15 ranked.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Where did Notre Dame land in 247Sports Team Talent Composite rankings?
"According to 247Sports Team Composite talent rankings, Notre Dame is one of the tops teams in the country.
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