No. 5 Notre Dame Defeats Navy 35-13 Behind Carr and James Jr.
No. 5 Notre Dame defeated Navy 35-13 in Foxborough, Massachusetts, with standout performances from CJ Carr, who threw for two touchdowns, and Nolan James Jr., who rushed for two scores.

Springfield Holyoke, MA, October 31, 2026 —
No. 5 Notre Dame secured a decisive victory over Navy, with the final score standing at 35-13. The contest took place in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
The Fighting Irish’s offense was notably powered by strong performances from key players. Quarterback CJ Carr was instrumental in the win, throwing for two touchdowns. Adding to Notre Dame’s offensive output, running back Nolan James Jr. contributed significantly by rushing for two scores.
The victory marks a successful outing for the No. 5 ranked team, with the team’s ability to score through both passing and rushing plays evident in the final score. The game’s location in Foxborough, Massachusetts, hosted the matchup between the two collegiate football teams.
Story summarized from the original created by KYLE HIGHTOWER, Associated Press on www.wwlp.com, see more information here.
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