DraftKings · as of July 8, 2026
Notre Dame defeated USC 34–24 in a double-digit victory. USC covered by 0.5; Game went Under by 2.5. The market closed at Notre Dame -10.5 and the Blue Chip model made it Notre Dame -6.7 - a gap of 3.8 points toward USC, of which 2.7 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.
Jeremiyah Love rushed for a career-high 228 yards and a touchdown, showcasing a dominant ground attack that will be key against Boston College's defense.
Jadarian Price's 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown in the third quarter shifted momentum, highlighting Notre Dame's ability to score in non-offensive ways.
After a shaky first half, Notre Dame's defense forced key turnovers (interception by Christian Gray, fumble recovery by Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa) and stopped USC on fourth down, showing resilience that will be crucial in close games.
C.J. Carr managed the game effectively, completing 16 of 26 passes for 136 yards and a touchdown, plus a rushing score, providing steady leadership without turnovers.
Notre Dame has a bye week before facing Boston College, allowing extra time to rest and prepare, which could lead to a sharper performance on the road.
At kickoff, conditions at Notre Dame Stadium were Overcast, 66°F with winds of 7 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.
Overcast
66°F
| Measure | USCAway | Notre DameHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 1,819 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | Home game | Home game |
| Season total | 8,779 miles | 3,431 miles |
| Body clock | 16:30 | 19:30 |
| Rest | 7 days | 7 days |
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