Why is Notre Dame not in a conference for college football? Here's what to know as the Irish are set to compete in the CFP championship game on Monday:

Notre Dame's independent status is the best thing for them and they have no reason to abandon it to join a conference.

The Fighting Irish, who have played their way to the national championship vs. Ohio State, will also get a larger chunk of change from their playoff run than other schools.

On the cusp of playing for a national championship, it appears Notre Dame is more than happy to remain an independent in football and not join a conference goin

Independence in college football is not without its drawbacks, but Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman laid out its benefits in advance of the Orange Bowl.

National champion Ohio State was a unanimous selection as No. 1 in the final Associated Press Top 25 college football poll of the 2024 season, with Notre Dame finishing No. 2.

Rejoice Ohio State football fans. The Buckeyes are national champions again after taking care of business against Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game. The Irish

Ohio State wins College Football Playoff championship, beating Notre Dame 34-23.

Ohio State is back on the top of the college football world with its first national championship since 2014 after beating Notre Dame in Atlanta.