Week 13
Notre Dame Stadium

Syracuse7 @FINAL 70Notre Dame , Week 13, Nov 22, 2025

3-7 ACC Power rating: -2.7
8-2 Independent Power rating: 29.5

How did the line hold up?

Market line
ND -36.5
PM Implied
ND -25.4
Blue Chip model
ND -33.4
Edge
-3.1SYR
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Betting information

Spread
ND -36.5
Total
51.5
Odds implied score
SYR 7.5 – 44.0 ND
Prediction markets
ND 99% win chance (Kalshi)

DraftKings · as of July 8, 2026

Notre Dame defeated Syracuse 70–7 in a dominant performance. Notre Dame covered by 26.5; Game went Over by 25.5. The market closed at Notre Dame -36.5 and the Blue Chip model made it Notre Dame -33.4, an edge of 3.1 points toward Syracuse.

What are the key factors for Syracuse vs Notre Dame?

Notre Dame

Explosive Start and Defensive Dominance

Notre Dame scored 21 points before the offense took the field, with two pick-sixes and a blocked punt returned for a touchdown. This set a school record with 35 first-quarter points and a 49-0 halftime lead, showcasing a defense that can create game-changing plays.

Jeremiyah Love's Heisman-Caliber Performance

Love rushed for 171 yards and three touchdowns on just eight carries, tying the Notre Dame single-season touchdown record (20) set by Jerome Bettis. His explosiveness (runs of 45, 14, and 68 yards) makes him a focal point for opposing defenses.

Offensive Efficiency and Depth

The offense was highly efficient, with backup QB Steve Angeli completing 5 of 9 passes for 49 yards and a touchdown, and Jadarian Price adding a 58-yard TD run. The team's ability to score quickly and from anywhere on the field suggests a potent attack.

Momentum and Playoff Implications

Notre Dame extended its winning streak to nine games after an 0-2 start, looking like a solid College Football Playoff contender. With a favorable schedule, they could host a first-round playoff game if they continue to dominate.

Next Week at Stanford

Notre Dame faces Stanford on the road next Saturday. Given Stanford's struggles (3-8 record), the Fighting Irish are heavy favorites. Key will be maintaining focus and avoiding a letdown after a blowout win, while continuing to build momentum for a potential playoff run.

What were the weather conditions for Syracuse vs Notre Dame?

At kickoff, conditions at Notre Dame Stadium were Clear, 36°F, wind chill 34°F with winds of 6 mph. Weather is not expected to be a meaningful factor in this game. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel alongside. Weather data is sourced from WeatherAPI.com.

What happened in the game?

Syracuse travels 525 miles to this game, a moderate road trip.

The trip crosses none of the distance or time-zone thresholds that have measured a price, so travel is not a factor here.

Notre Dame won by 63 in a dominant performance.

Notre Dame covered the spread comfortably.

The total went Over by 25.5 points.

How do Syracuse and Notre Dame compare on power ratings?

Blue Chip Analytics power ratings favor Notre Dame (29.5) over Syracuse (-2.7) by 32.2 points on a neutral field. After adding home field advantage, the rating-implied line may differ meaningfully from the market spread. Notre Dame brings a meaningful home field advantage to this matchup (Blue Chip HFA: 2.2). Add this to the neutral-site differential to arrive at a venue-adjusted line.

Blue Chip Analytics power ratings represent expected point margin against an average FBS opponent on a neutral field, calculated from game data sourced via CollegeFootballData.com (CFBD). They are one input: cross-reference with the travel, rest, and weather data above before drawing conclusions.

Sources

Weather

Notre Dame won and Notre Dame covered the spread.

Conditions

as of November 22, 2025 Game-time

Clear

36°F

Rain0%
Precip0.00"
Humidity79%
Wind6 mph SSW
Gusts11 mph
Wind chill34°F
Snow chance0%
Wind map for Syracuse at Notre Dame: aerial view of Notre Dame Stadium, wind from the SSW at 6 mph, gusting to 11.2 mph

Quick facts

Week
Week 13
Kickoff (local)
03:30 PM EST
Venue
Notre Dame Stadium
Capacity
77,622
Elevation
755 ft
Surface
Artificial Turf

Travel and rest

Measure SyracuseAway Notre DameHome
This week525 miles0 miles
Last weekBye week672 miles
Season total10,052 miles5,654 miles
Body clock15:3015:30
Rest14 days7 days