Rakes (of Mallow) Report: A Notre Dame newsletter

Rakes Report #266: I am not the kind of man to blame the dealer on a losing hand (The Miami Review)

The Irish drop a tough one in the opener, showing plenty of promise and plenty of flaws as we embark on the 2025 season.

Sep 2 • 

Chris Wilson

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August 2025

Rakes Report #265: I'm listening to the music with no fear - you can hear it too if you're sincere (The Season Preview)

After the successes of 2024, there's only one remaining step for Marcus Freeman to take with his program. Can this be the year it happens?

Aug 29 • 

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Rakes Report #264: And I know that admittedly it might not even come true but in my mind I'm havin' a pretty good time with you

It's Depth Chart Power Rankings Day as we assess the 2025 Notre Dame roster's ability to make another run into and through the playoffs.

Aug 14 • 

Chris Wilson

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Rakes Report #263: Questions to ponder as Notre Dame begins training camp

It's a lot of champagne problems as the Irish coaching staff works with a deep and talented roster, but key decisions loom before the season opener.

Aug 1 • 

Chris Wilson

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June 2025

Rakes Report #262: The Best Coaches in College Football, Ranked - 2025 Edition

Where does Marcus Freeman fall among the elite of the sport?

Jun 16 • 

Chris Wilson

Rakes Report #261: All our hopes had come to be and the people gathered around

Can Jeremiyah Love win the Heisman? 🫶 Plus Trojan cowardice, future schedules and modern run games.

Jun 2 • 

Chris Wilson

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May 2025

April 2025

Rakes Report #259: Assorted thoughts on the Notre Dame quarterback situation

Looking at Marcus Freeman’s decision to make this a Carr/Minchey race, plus checking in on the transfer portal and the basketball rosters.

Apr 28 • 

Chris Wilson

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Rakes Report #258: Time heals everything, we don't need anything (The 2025 Blue-Gold Game Review)

Marcus Freeman prepares for his fourth season with a scaled-down spring practice, well-rounded roster and ongoing quarterback race.

Apr 14 • 

Chris Wilson

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March 2025

Rakes Report #257: What kinda God would ever keep a girl from getting what she needs?

Notre Dame dominates Michigan to advance to the Sweet Sixteen. Plus, a whole lot of quarterback talk and walking through the football schedule.

Mar 24 • 

Chris Wilson

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February 2025

Rakes Report #256: And I can see that this is me, and I will be - you'll all see I'm the one

New hires, scheduling updates and celebrating a return to the top of the polls.

Feb 18 • 

Chris Wilson

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Rakes Report #255: Favorite wins of the 2024 Notre Dame football season, ranked

Before we fully turn our attention to the offseason and the push to March Madness, some further reflection on the lengthy campaign that just transpired.

Feb 10 • 

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Jessica Smetana

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