Notre Dame, Auburn Set Historic Home-and-Home Series for 2027, 2028
Notre Dame and Auburn are set to make history with a remarkable home-and-home football series in 2027 and 2028. This will be the first time these two storied programs face each other on the field.
Historic Matchups Scheduled
The upcoming games will offer fans a thrilling experience. The initial game is scheduled for Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Indiana, while the subsequent matchup will take place at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama.
Key Details of the Series
- First Game: Notre Dame Stadium, South Bend, IN, 2027
- Second Game: Jordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL, 2028
The discussions about the series influenced Auburn’s decision to shift its 2026 game against Baylor to a neutral venue. This change aims to enhance NIL (name, image, likeness) opportunities linked to ticket sales and various events at the game.
Significance for Both Teams
Auburn announced on October 6 that the upcoming home game against Baylor would now occur at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. This strategic move is designed to provide players with more NIL activations.
For Notre Dame, facing Auburn in 2026 adds another SEC opponent to their schedule. This is significant because the College Football Playoff (CFP) selection process has introduced “record strength” as an important metric for evaluating teams.
Current Team Performances
Notre Dame is aiming for its second straight CFP appearance under head coach Marcus Freeman. The team currently holds a 6-2 record and is riding a six-game winning streak after a rough start to the season. The Fighting Irish are currently ranked No. 10 in the initial CFP rankings.
In contrast, Auburn is keen to improve its performance next year after parting ways with head coach Hugh Freeze following a disappointing 4-5 record this season. The Tigers struggled significantly with a 1-5 record against conference rivals.
This historic matchup between Notre Dame and Auburn not only represents a significant event in college football but also highlights the evolving landscape of the sport with player endorsement opportunities and strategic scheduling. Fans eagerly await these encounters in 2027 and 2028.
