Aaron Taylor, a former Notre Dame offensive lineman (1990-93) and Green Bay Packer (1994-97), discusses being able to return to Lambeau Field to watch the Irish on Sunday, his time in Green Bay as a player, how ND's roster compares to the Lou Holtz era, ND's right guard competition, what center Ashton Craig means to the line, what Charles Jagusah may be going through, expectations for ND's defensive line, the state of offensive line play across the country and more.

Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (32:25).

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Blue & Gold's Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down everything you need to know heading into the season opener.

Topics include:
• Updates from head coach Marcus Freeman's press conference
• The latest depth chart and injury news
• What to expect from Wisconsin
• The latest on Notre Dame commits starting their seasons

Plus, they answered questions live from viewers.

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Jim Flanagan, former Notre Dame defensive lineman (1990-93) and Green Bay Packer (2001), discusses watching his son James, a sophomore tight end for the Irish, play in Notre Dame Stadium and Lambeau Field, how Jim ended up at Notre Dame out of Wisconsin, what it meant to play for the same NFL team as his father, Notre Dame’s current roster talent, comparing Marcus Freeman and Lou Holtz as recruiters, what it’s been like to coach his sons in high school, James’ track career, Richie Flanigan’s future as an offensive linemen, his lasting memories of Holtz and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (27:01).

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