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Notre Dame Defense Must Win Big-Time Matchups Against Purdue Offense

Published by Roundtable Sports on September 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET

Chris Ash’s stifling unit faces a high-octane Boilermaker passing attack. To secure the Shillelagh Trophy, the Irish must neutralize Ryan Browne’s favorite targets and exploit Purdue's struggling tackles.

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