DraftKings · as of July 8, 2026
Notre Dame defeated Arkansas 56–13 in a dominant performance. Notre Dame covered by 37.5; Game went Over by 4.5. The market closed at Notre Dame -5.5 and the Blue Chip model made it Notre Dame -15.7 - a gap of 10.2 points toward Notre Dame, of which 9.4 points were beyond the model's measured factors. That was an information gap - the market pricing something the model does not carry - rather than a measured edge.
CJ Carr matched a Notre Dame freshman record with 4 TD passes, throwing for 354 yards and leading scoring drives of 75+ yards on six possessions in the first half. The offense amassed 643 total yards, showing explosive potential after early-season struggles.
Jeremiyah Love contributed 2 receiving TDs and 2 rushing TDs, while Jadarian Price added a receiving and rushing score. The versatility of the run game and passing attack makes Notre Dame difficult to defend, especially with Carr distributing the ball effectively.
Notre Dame's defense held Arkansas to 207 passing yards and forced a key fumble late in the second half, setting up a quick TD before halftime. The unit limited the Razorbacks to 13 points, showcasing improvement after early-season losses.
After starting 0-2 with losses to Miami and Texas A&M, Notre Dame has won two straight, including a dominant road victory. The team has bounced back from criticism and is building momentum, though CFP hopes remain slim.
Notre Dame hosts Boise State on Saturday. The Fighting Irish will look to continue their offensive rhythm and defensive improvement against a Boise State team that is typically competitive. Key will be maintaining focus and avoiding a letdown after a big win.
At kickoff, conditions at Razorback Stadium were Sunny, 78°F with winds of 4 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.
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78°F
| Measure | Notre DameAway | ArkansasHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 578 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | Home game | 491 miles |
| Season total | 2,853 miles | 1,066 miles |
| Body clock | 12:00 | 11:00 |
| Rest | 7 days | 7 days |
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