Michael Owens

Michael Owens has been writing for UHND.com since 2016 and is the host of Here Come The Irish Podcast on YouTube which has featured former athletes such as Steve Vasturia, Kyle McAlarney, Justin Utupo, Todd Bodine, Cam McDaniel, and Mike Golic Jr. Since starting to contribute to UHND, Michael has published over 50 articles and is the author of our popular weekly Game Primers column.

The creator of the @herecometheiris Twitter profile, Michael has built a following of over 10,000 followers.

Michael started watching the Irish in 2006 where Brady Quinn and Jeff Samardzija quickly became his favorite players. He went to his first game that season when the Irish took on the North Carolina Tar Heels and has been a die-hard fan ever since. Michael coaches high school baseball in Indianapolis. He has been coaching at Franklin Central High School for the past four seasons as an Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach.

Notre Dame Game Primers

September 20, 2021
4

Notre Dame Football Primer: #12 Irish face #18 Wisconsin at Soldier Field

The Fighting Irish are coming off their best performance of the year, with a two-touchdown victory over rival Purdue. Though…
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Notre Dame Game Primers

September 13, 2021
7

Notre Dame Football Primer: #10 Irish face in-state rival Purdue Boilermakers

After two gut-wrenching performances, the undefeated and now 10th ranked Fighting Irish will face a confident Purdue football team. The…
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Notre Dame Game Primers

September 8, 2021
0

Notre Dame Football Primer: #7 Irish face Toledo Rockets in Home Opener

After an overtime thriller in Tallahassee, Brian Kelly and the Irish travel back home to take on the Toledo Rockets.…
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Notre Dame Game Primers

August 30, 2021
1

Notre Dame Football Primer: #7 Fighting Irish Travel to Florida State

Brian Kelly has Notre Dame ranked #7 in the Preseason Coaches Poll, and the Fighting Irish are primed to make…
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Notre Dame Quarterbacks

August 14, 2021
2

Brian Kelly Names Jack Coan Notre Dame’s Starting Quarterback

With less than three weeks until the Fighting Irish travel to Tallahassee, Head Coach Brian Kelly has officially announced Jack…
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Visits

June 9, 2021
0

5-Star Linebacker Drayk Bowen Visits Notre Dame

The Fighting Irish have a tremendous opportunity with Drayk Bowen from Merrillville, Indiana. He is currently listed as a 5-star…
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Notre Dame Linebackers

June 7, 2021
1

Notre Dame LB Jack Kiser Primed to Have a Breakout Season

Former Indiana Mr. Football, Jack Kiser, gave Irish fans a glimpse of his potential last year in his lone start…
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Notre Dame Wide Receivers

May 25, 2021
3

Braden Lenzy brings Speed, Deep Threat to Notre Dame WR Corps

After a strong sophomore season, highlighted by elite speed and athleticism, a hamstring injury hampered Braden Lenzy’s 2020 campaign. With…
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Notre Dame Wide Receivers

May 20, 2021
2

Avery Davis Brings Leadership, Experience to Notre Dame WR Corps

After several years of playing at multiple positions, Avery Davis settled in at slot receiver in 2020. With numerous departures…
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Notre Dame Schedule

May 13, 2021
4

Notre Dame Adds Army Black Knights to 2024 Football Schedule

According to reports from Black Knight Nation, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and Army Black Knights are set to square…
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Analysis

May 9, 2021
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Notre Dame Continues to Dominate Tight End Recruiting

After Jack Nickel decommitted from Notre Dame, the Irish were able to pick up commitments from Eli Raridon and Holden…
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Notre Dame Offensive Line

May 8, 2021
6

Could Notre Dame Start Freshman Fisher & Spindler in 2021?

After losing four starters along the offensive line from a season ago, Brian Kelly will look to reload in the…
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Notre Dame Linebackers

April 14, 2021
4

Will Drew White Be Best Player on Field for Notre Dame’s Defense?

After two great seasons as starting linebacker for the Fighting Irish, Senior Drew White is primed to have his best…
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Tight Ends

March 29, 2021
0

Notre Dame’s Michael Mayer Looks to Build off Huge Freshman Campaign

Notre Dame football tight end Michael Mayer wreaked havoc in his first year in South Bend. It is rare for…
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Running Backs

March 17, 2021
1

The Future is Bright for Notre Dame Football’s Chris Tyree

When Chris Tyree committed to Notre Dame’s 2020 recruiting class, Brian Kelly added one of the country’s most skilled players.…
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Notre Dame Schedule

February 20, 2021
6

Future Notre Dame Football Schedules Filled with SEC Opponents

Notre Dame announced on February 9th that they would be playing the Florida Gators in the 2031 and 2032 seasons.…
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Analysis

February 1, 2021
1

Early Expectations for Notre Dame Football in 2021

After another trip to the College Football Playoffs, Head Coach Brian Kelly will look to reload with a roster full…
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Notre Dame Schedule

January 26, 2021
10

First Look at the 2021 Notre Dame Football Schedule

After an unprecedented 2020 college football season, where Notre Dame joined the ACC as a full-time member, the Fighting Irish…
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Analysis

January 19, 2021
2

5 Potential Breakout Players for Notre Dame Football in 2021

Fresh off another playoff appearance, Brian Kelly and the Fighting Irish will look to replace key NFL departures and reload…
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Running Backs

January 17, 2021
3

Notre Dame Football: Kyren Williams Took A Major Step Forward in 2020

After a slow start in South Bend during his freshman season, Kyren Williams burst on to the scene in 2020…
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Analysis

January 12, 2021
16

Notre Dame Football: Final Thoughts on the 2020 Season

There are over 120 division one college football teams, and the Fighting Irish were one of four programs to make…
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Notre Dame Game Primers

December 29, 2020
2

Notre Dame Football Primer: Irish face Alabama in Rose Bowl-Playoff Matchup

In a matchup of college football royalty, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish will take on the Alabama Crimson Tide in…
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Notre Dame Game News

December 22, 2020
33

Notre Dame Football: Initial Thoughts on Rose Bowl Matchup with Alabama

After a downfall in the ACC Championship Game, Brian Kelly and his team must immediately turn their attention to another…
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Notre Dame Game Primers

December 14, 2020
1

Notre Dame Football Primer: Rematch with Clemson in the ACC Championship

The stage is set for the “Game of the Year Part II” in Charlotte, North Carolina. Notre Dame and Clemson…
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Analysis

December 8, 2020
6

Looking Back on Notre Dame Football’s Road to the ACC Championship Game

As games continued to get canceled throughout the Summer, Jack Swarbrick and the Irish were welcomed with open arms into…
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