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Irish Host Spartans in 2026 College Football Clash
19 Sep
Summary
- Michigan State and Notre Dame both enter undefeated at 2-0.
- Notre Dame's CJ Carr leads offense with 492 passing yards and six touchdowns.
- Michigan State relies on Alessio Milivojevic and Cam Edwards for offense.
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, the Michigan State Spartans will face the No. 3 Notre Dame Fighting Irish in South Bend, Indiana. Both teams arrive at Notre Dame Stadium with perfect 2-0 records.
Notre Dame's offense has been a powerhouse, scoring an average of 46.5 points per game. Quarterback CJ Carr has been instrumental, throwing for 492 yards and six touchdowns without an interception. His top receiver, Faison, has contributed 135 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Michigan State also boasts an undefeated record, fueled by a balanced offensive strategy. Quarterback Alessio Milivojevic has passed for 417 yards and three touchdowns, while running back Cam Edwards has accumulated 250 rushing yards and three scores. The Spartans' defense has been solid, allowing 13.5 points and 157.0 passing yards per game.
The Fighting Irish are heavily favored by 29.5 points, with the game's total set at 52.5. Fans can watch the game on NBC or stream it on Peacock.
