Notre Dame Dominates Arkansas in Convincing Victory
Saturday, September 27, 2025, 12:00 PM ET · Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium
Notre Dame Fighting Irish 56, Arkansas Razorbacks 13, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Arkansas Razorbacks?
Notre Dame Fighting Irish beat Arkansas Razorbacks 56-13 at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on September 27, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish defeated the Arkansas Razorbacks 56-13 at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. This matchup showcased the stark contrast in recent form between the two teams, with Notre Dame entering the game on a one-game winning streak and Arkansas struggling with two consecutive losses.
Arkansas's recent form has been disappointing, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games. They have averaged 33.9 points scored per game while allowing 27.8 points. Their last five games reflect a slight improvement in scoring, averaging 39.0 points, but they have still allowed 24.4 points. In their most recent outings, Arkansas lost to the Memphis Tigers 31-32 and the Ole Miss Rebels 35-41, both of which were away games. At home, they have a record of 3-3 this season, with their last home game resulting in a win against the Arkansas State Red Wolves, where they scored 56 points.
On the other hand, Notre Dame has been in strong form, boasting an 8-2 record in their last ten games and scoring an average of 43.6 points while allowing just 19.8 points. They have won their last game against the Purdue Boilermakers 56-30 and have shown consistent offensive prowess throughout the season. Their away record stands at 3-1, indicating they can perform well outside of their home environment.
The game highlighted the Razorbacks' struggles, particularly in their inability to keep pace with Notre Dame's high-scoring offense. The Fighting Irish's offensive capabilities were on full display as they scored 56 points, showcasing their ability to dominate both at home and away. In contrast, Arkansas's defense could not contain the Irish, leading to a lopsided scoreline.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but it is evident that the Razorbacks were unable to match the intensity and effectiveness of the Fighting Irish. This defeat further emphasizes the challenges Arkansas faces as they navigate through the season.
The betting market reflected Notre Dame's dominance, with the home win probability for Arkansas at 0.0, indicating a complete lack of confidence in their ability to secure a victory in this matchup. The odds provided by the market underscored the expectation of a Notre Dame win.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the outcome suggests that Notre Dame was well-prepared and executed their game plan effectively. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive fireworks from the Fighting Irish, making it a noteworthy fixture in the NCAAF landscape this season.
Leaders
- Passing yardsTaylen Green17/32, 207 YDS, 1 INTArkansas Razorbacks
- Rushing yardsTaylen Green10 CAR, 81 YDSArkansas Razorbacks
- Receiving yardsO'Mega Blake6 REC, 73 YDSArkansas Razorbacks
- Passing yardsCJ Carr22/30, 354 YDS, 4 TDNotre Dame Fighting Irish
- Rushing yardsJadarian Price13 CAR, 86 YDS, 1 TDNotre Dame Fighting Irish
- Receiving yardsJordan Faison7 REC, 89 YDSNotre Dame Fighting Irish
Recent form
Arkansas Razorbacks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L233.9 scored · 27.8 allowed per game3-3 at home
- L31-32at Memphis TigersSep 20
- L35-41at Ole Miss RebelsSep 13
- W56-14vs Arkansas State Red WolvesSep 6
- W52-7vs Alabama A&M BulldogsAug 30
- L21-28at Missouri TigersNov 30
- W35-14vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsNov 23
- L10-20vs Texas LonghornsNov 16
- L31-63vs Ole Miss RebelsNov 2
- W58-25at Mississippi State BulldogsOct 26
- L10-34vs LSU TigersOct 19
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Last 10: 8-2Streak W143.6 scored · 19.8 allowed per game3-1 away
- W56-30vs Purdue BoilermakersSep 20
- L40-41vs Texas A&M AggiesSep 13
- L24-27at Miami HurricanesAug 31
- W49-35at USC TrojansNov 30
- W49-14vs Army Black KnightsNov 24
- W35-14vs Virginia CavaliersNov 16
- W52-3vs Florida State SeminolesNov 10
- W51-14at Navy MidshipmenOct 26
- W31-13at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsOct 19
- W49-7vs Stanford CardinalOct 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| UConn | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Alabama | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Arkansas | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Auburn | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Florida | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Georgia | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Kentucky | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| LSU | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Mississippi State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Missouri | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Oklahoma | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Ole Miss | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| South Carolina | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Tennessee | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Texas A&M | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Texas | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Vanderbilt | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Box score
| Stat | Notre Dame Fighting Irish | Arkansas Razorbacks |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 32 | 15 |
| Third downs | 6-10 | 7-15 |
| Fourth downs | 2-3 | 1-3 |
| Total yards | 641 | 365 |
| Net passing yards | 431 | 207 |
| Completions | 24/32 | 17/32 |
| Yards per pass | 13.5 | 6.5 |
| Rushing yards | 210 | 158 |
| Rushing attempts | 40 | 30 |
| Yards per rush | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Penalties | 5-42 | 6-60 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Fumbles lost | 0 | 1 |
| Interceptions thrown | 0 | 1 |
| Time of possession | 32:47 | 27:13 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Arkansas Razorbacks, below favours Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
Venue
- Donald W. Reynolds Razorback StadiumFayetteville, AR
- Attendance75111
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