Rice Mailbag! Explosiveness on Offense, WR & RB Expectations, Champ Monds’ Injury, and more

Rice Mailbag! Explosiveness on Offense, WR & RB Expectations, Champ Monds’ Injury, and more

Author: Locked On Podcast Network, Tyler Wojciak September 11, 2026 Duration: 36:18
Tyler Wojciak, host of Locked On Irish, answers Notre Dame football questions ahead of Saturday’s matchup with Rice in the Friday Mailbag. First, he breaks down where Notre Dame ranked nationally in explosive plays last season, what he needs to see from Jaden Greathouse and Mylan Graham, whether Jordan Faison can become one of college football’s best wide receivers, and who could emerge as Notre Dame’s No. 2 receiver. Then, Tyler examines what Rice’s defense could throw at CJ Carr and the Irish offense, whether the current running backs are being unfairly compared to Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price, and why Champ Monds’ lack of high school game experience is a legitimate concern for his future at Notre Dame. Finally, the show celebrates Eli Raridon scoring the first touchdown of the 2026 NFL season, unveils this year’s new anytime-touchdown prediction, picks current Notre Dame players who could become coaches someday, and settles the most important Rice question of the week.

For fans who live and breathe the blue and gold, Locked On Irish is the essential daily audio companion. Host Tyler Wojciak, a Notre Dame alum and Fox Sports producer, doesn't just report the scores; he digs into the why and how behind every pivotal play and program decision. This podcast operates with the understanding that following the Fighting Irish is a year-round commitment, weaving together immediate postgame reactions, detailed previews of upcoming opponents, and the nuanced world of recruiting. Tyler's analysis, grounded in his experience covering the team since 2020, cuts through the noise to offer clear-eyed perspective whether discussing the football team's latest offensive scheme or the basketball squad's defensive adjustments. The conversation is fueled by genuine passion and a desire to go deeper than the headlines, creating a space for dedicated fans who crave substantive talk. You'll find a consistent, reliable voice in this daily podcast, one that treats Notre Dame athletics with the seriousness and enthusiasm it commands from its supporters. It's that blend of insider insight and accessible breakdowns that makes tuning in each day feel like a necessary check-in with a well-informed friend who just happens to have a producer's eye for detail and an alum's heart for the game.
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