Notre Dame opted out of bowl games in 2025 after being snubbed from the College Football Playoff despite a 10-2 record and 10-game win streak.

Notre Dame has opted out of all bowl games after being left out of the 2025 College Football Playoff despite a 10-2 record and a 10-game winning streak. The Fighting Irish were excluded in favor of Miami, which secured the final spot due to a head-to-head win, though Notre Dame had a stronger overall record and better analytics. The decision, announced on December 7, 2025, reflects frustration with the selection process and a strategic focus on building for a national title in 2026. The team will skip postseason play to prioritize long-term development.