Entering Tuesday night's initial CFP reveal, Irish nation was full of hope and anxiety, waiting to see where Notre Dame would land in the first official bracket. Sure, Notre Dame has gone on a six-game winning streak,

The 6-foot-8 forward has checked out of the school and might play his senior season at a national prep school.

Preview the Nov. 8 matchup between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and Navy Midshipmen with predictions, odds, over/under, spread, betting lines and more.

Notre Dame and Auburn are reportedly set to face off on the football field for the first time in the history of the two schools.

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman has his team sitting at No. 10 in the AP poll and the College Football Playoff’s first rankings of the season.

Nov 1, 2025; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Notre Dame safety Tae Johnson (9) and Notre Dame Fighting Irish defensive lineman Boubacar Traore (5) celebrate an interception in the fourth quarter against the Boston College Eagles at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Edward Finan-Imagn Images / Edward Finan-Imagn Images

Notre Dame has made first-time opponents and SEC clashes a future scheduling priority. Auburn checks both boxes.

In order to help their cause, however, some other teams having underwhelming performances would also be a big help. Fighting Irish fans should not just be rooting for Notre Dame against Navy this weekend. There are several games that could also have huge implications on their playoff picture.