Notre Dame Defeats Navy 35-13 in First Gillette Stadium Meeting, Extending Series Lead

Notre Dame beats Navy 35-13 at Gillette Stadium

On Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, the No. 5 Notre Dame Fighting Irish defeated the Navy Midshipmen 35‑13 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

The game marked the 99th meeting between the two programs and the first time the rivalry was played at the New England Patriots’ home field.

Notre Dame entered the contest with a 6‑1 record and head coach Marcus Freeman, and the victory moved the Irish to 7‑1 on the season.

With the win, Notre Dame extended its series advantage to 84‑13‑1, a lead that has persisted since the teams began playing annually in 1927.

Quarterback CJ Carr completed passes for 210 yards and threw two touchdown passes, while running back Nolan James Jr. contributed rushing touchdowns of 52 and 23 yards.

Defensive star linebacker Kyngstonn Viliamu‑Asa was listed as out with a left thumb injury.

The game was broadcast nationally on ABC at 12 p.m. ET, with Bob Wischusen providing play‑by‑play and Louis Riddick as analyst; the Notre Dame Radio Network carried the contest with Tony Simeone and Mike Golic Sr.