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Rakes (of Mallow) Report: A Notre Dame newsletter

This is a newsletter about Notre Dame football (and occasionally basketball) (and occasionally other stuff).

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Rakes Report #291: I'm headed for a land that's far away beside the crystal fountains, so come with me and we'll go and see

Marcus Freeman’s fifth August camp is set to start. Plus how to build an elite passing offense and some jersey patch discourse.

Rakes Report #290: Where’s the streetwise Hercules to fight the risin’ odds?

An ode to Leonard Moore, new eligibility rules, best players in the country and the Shamrock Series drop.

Rakes Report #289: The Best Coaches in College Football, Ranked - 2026 Edition

A big season from Notre Dame would catapult Marcus Freeman into some rare air.

Rakes Report #288: How does the pressure on Notre Dame compare to other 2026 title contenders?

Taking a look at the 11 favorites for the national championship. Plus some Lone Star State schedule drama.

Rakes Report #287: The Mysterious Case of Pete Bevacqua and the Playoff Expansion Switch 'Em Up 🧐

An investigation into what's changed this offseason to cause Notre Dame's position on a 24-team field to shift.

Rakes Report #286: Do you believe in life after Love?

Lingering thoughts from the spring game and draft, including a defense set to be special and an offense that has to fill some big shoes.

Rakes Report #285: Cause I’m having fun looking out for number one and I’m doing all the things I like to do (The 2026 Blue-Gold Game Review)

Notre Dame closes out spring football practice with a roster that looks capable of reaching the highest highs this fall.

Rakes Report #284: What can Notre Dame expect from C.J. Carr this season?

And other pressing questions as spring practice is set to begin. Plus a celebration of Hannah Hidalgo.

Rakes Report #283: I think you know what's right this time

Notre Dame fills out its coaching staff, putting way too much importance in jersey numbers, draft/schedule talk and a check-in on the basketball programs.

Rakes Report #282: The playoff isn’t expanding yet (good), but the threat of Tony Petitti still looms over college football (very bad)

It’s easy to find people to blame for the ills of the sport but the Big Ten commissioner currently stands alone atop the villain list.