Notre Dame Football Schedule: Upcoming Games and Key Storylines in the Final Push for Playoff Berth

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish are enjoying a break in Week 10, using the bye to rest, refocus, and prepare for a crucial four-game stretch in November. With a current six-game win streak, Notre Dame has surged into the top 10, and Marcus Freeman’s squad looks to finish strong as they set their sights on a possible College Football Playoff (CFP) berth

Notre Dame has enjoyed a strong season so far, winning seven of their first eight games. With a bye week to recharge, the Fighting Irish are set to tackle their final four games, beginning with a home showdown against Florida State on November 9. Here’s a look at Notre Dame’s full 2024 schedule, remaining opponents, and what fans can expect as the team aims to finish with a playoff-worthy record.

Notre Dame Football Schedule 2024

Date	Opponent	Time (ET)/Result
Aug. 31	at Texas A&M	W, 23-13
Sept. 7	vs. Northern Illinois	L, 16-14
Sept. 14	at Purdue	W, 66-7
Sept. 21	vs. Miami (Ohio)	W, 28-3
Sept. 28	vs. Louisville	W, 31-24
Oct. 12	vs. Stanford	W, 49-7
Oct. 19	vs. Georgia Tech	W, 31-13
Oct. 26	vs. Navy	W, 51-14
Nov. 9	vs. Florida State	7:30 p.m.
Nov. 16	vs. Virginia	3:30 p.m.
Nov. 23	vs. Army	7 p.m.
Nov. 30	at USC	TBD

The final stretch for Notre Dame includes three home games before concluding with a high-stakes rivalry game against USC in Los Angeles. Wins in each of these matchups could secure Notre Dame a spot in the College Football Playoff, making this month’s schedule especially significant.

Other Top 25 Games This Week

For college football fans looking to catch more action, here are other key games involving Top 25 teams on Saturday, November 2:

Game	Time (ET)	TV/Live Stream
No. 4 Ohio State vs. No. 3 Penn State	Noon	Fox, Fubo
Duke vs. No. 5 Miami (Fla.)	Noon	ABC, Fubo
No. 19 Ole Miss vs. Arkansas	Noon	ESPN, Fubo
Air Force vs. No. 21 Army	Noon	CBS, Fubo
Minnesota vs. No. 24 Illinois	Noon	FS1, Fubo
No. 1 Oregon vs. Michigan	3:30 p.m.	CBS, Fubo
Florida vs. No. 2 Georgia	3:30 p.m.	ABC, Fubo
Texas Tech vs. No. 11 Iowa State	3:30 p.m.	ESPN, Fubo
No. 13 Indiana vs. Michigan State	3:30 p.m.	Peacock
No. 17 Kansas State vs. Houston	3:30 p.m.	Fox, Fubo
No. 10 Texas A&M vs. South Carolina	7:30 p.m.	ABC, Fubo
Louisville vs. No. 11 Clemson	7:30 p.m.	ESPN, Fubo
Kentucky vs. No. 7 Tennessee	7:45 p.m.	SECN, Fubo
No. 18 Pittsburgh vs. No. 20 SMU	8 p.m.	ACCN, Fubo

Each game presents an opportunity to solidify a standout season. If the Irish can maintain their momentum, they have a strong chance of finishing the season 11-1, which could position them for CFP consideration.

Key Storylines for Notre Dame’s Final Opponents

Florida State’s Struggles
Florida State has faced a challenging season and struggled to score points, failing to reach 17 in their last seven games. The Seminoles, recently eliminated from bowl contention, have a formidable challenge ahead as they host North Carolina this weekend. Notre Dame will look to capitalize on their opponent’s offensive issues to secure a decisive win at home.

Virginia’s Midseason Setback
Once an optimistic team early in the season, Virginia has stumbled with no wins in October. Their defense has shown vulnerabilities, allowing nearly 90 points in two consecutive losses. The Cavaliers will use their bye week to regroup, but Notre Dame could exploit these weaknesses in their November 16 clash.

Army’s Quest for the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy
Fresh off a bye, Army hosts Air Force in a highly anticipated rivalry game for the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy. This matchup will allow the Black Knights to work out any kinks before they face Notre Dame on November 23.

USC Faces Washington Before Rivalry Week
Notre Dame’s season finale at USC will be critical, as USC has shown recent improvement and could play spoiler to Notre Dame’s playoff hopes. This game will not only serve as a test of the Irish’s endurance and skill but could also impact their CFP chances.

Notre Dame’s Path Forward

With the bye week giving them a chance to recharge, the Fighting Irish are poised to make the most of their final regular-season games. Winning out could make a strong case for CFP inclusion, so every game counts. Notre Dame fans can look forward to exciting matchups, starting with the November 9 clash against Florida State at Notre Dame Stadium.