# Football Never Sleeps: How Notre Dame football’s 2026 roster is taking shape

An episode of [Notre Dame football with Eric Hansen & Tyler James](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1603749412), 31 Dec 2025, 1 h 07 min.

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On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down transfer portal priorities, internal development, schematic questions, and recruiting momentum as the Irish move through a pivotal offseason. Topics include: • Marcus Freeman's contract extension • The latest roster departures, including DE Joshua Burnham and DT Donovan Hinish • Transfer portal priorities for the Irish • Players poised to rise during winter workouts and spring practice • Possible schematic changes on offense and defense • How Notre Dame maximized December without a bowl game • The latest Irish recruiting buzz Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Subscribe to BlueandGold.com: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/join/ Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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