While the rest of the college football world seems to be considering conference realignment, Notre Dame isn't eyeing a move. Amid all the potential changes to the Big Ten, the Fighting Irish are committed to staying independent, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel.
Thamel also reported Thursday that Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti was given authorization to explore expansion and look into Oregon and Washington as potential new members of the conference.
No offers have been made to either program yet.
This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.