Indiana-Notre Dame Scheduled Series Canceled After USC Rivalry Revival
Indiana and Notre Dame have canceled their planned home-and-home series that was scheduled for 2030 and 2031. The cancellation follows Notre Dame's announcement that it is renewing its historic rivalry with USC with a four-game series beginning in 2030, leaving Indiana without scheduled nonconference games against power conference opponents.
The original agreement was made in 2021, scheduling games in South Bend for 2030 and Bloomington for 2031. Notre Dame's decision to add a four-game USC rivalry series starting in 2030 forced the cancellation.
The programs' most recent encounter was the 2024 College Football Playoff, where Notre Dame secured a 27-17 victory. This cancellation leaves Indiana without any scheduled nonconference matchups against power conference opponents.
This scheduling shift could significantly impact Indiana's football program, as the absence of high-profile nonconference opponents may weaken their strength of schedule and potentially affect postseason selection considerations. Fans of both programs may feel disappointed by the lost matchups, while Notre Dame's renewed USC rivalry could boost national viewership and regional engagement. The move highlights how conference realignment and historic rivalries continually reshape college football's competitive landscape.