The NCAA placed Notre Dame football on one year probation today, due to recruiting violations. Two violations (impermissible text messages to a recruit, impermissible meeting with another) were commited by an unidentified and now former assistant coach. These violations were considered Level II, on the four tiered system, with IV being considered the most severe. … [Read more...] about Notre Dame Gets Year Probation by NCAA for Recruiting Violations
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#1 Alabama vs #4 Notre Dame: College Football Playoff Semifinal Preview
Notre Dame, and this applies to the Oklahoma Sooners as well, have become the Washington Generals of the top tier. While that can be taken as a pejorative, hey, at least they're getting into the top tier, which is more than you can for 125 or so other college football programs. The ACC title game, which ND lost 34-10 (a late, meaningless touchdown window dressed the final … [Read more...] about #1 Alabama vs #4 Notre Dame: College Football Playoff Semifinal Preview
Notre Dame to ACC? Jim Phillips Could be the Guy to Make it Happen
We're not saying Notre Dame football will join the ACC on a permanent basis, but if it's going to happen, then 2021 is the year that the ball could get rolling. Will we ever see Fighting Irish football in a conference? Well, this is the time that the stars are aligning to potentially make that possible. Jim Phillips completes his stint as Northwestern Athletic Director next … [Read more...] about Notre Dame to ACC? Jim Phillips Could be the Guy to Make it Happen
#2 Notre Dame vs #3 Clemson: ACC Title Game Odds, TV Info, Preview
When the #2 Notre Dame Fighting Irish meet the #3 Clemson Tigers next week, it will be a rematch of both a regular season game and a 2018 College Football Playoff semifinal. The 2020 ACC title game will kickoff at 4pm EST in Charlotte, and the team that won the previous meeting is actually the underdog here. That is certainly understandable given the circumstances involved. … [Read more...] about #2 Notre Dame vs #3 Clemson: ACC Title Game Odds, TV Info, Preview
#2 Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Syracuse Orange Game Preview
Syracuse has hit the skids. After going 10-3 in 2018 and finishing the season with a No. 15 ranking, the Orange have gone 6-16. It's been an injury-plagued season for the Orange. Syracuse is down to its fourth-string running back and third-string quarterback. On offense, their top two running backs, Abdul Adams and Jarveon Howard opted out due to Covid-19. On defense, … [Read more...] about #2 Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Syracuse Orange Game Preview
Malik Zaire Candid on College Football Coaching World (Exclusive)
Playing football for Notre Dame comes with a tremendous amount of pressure. It's a storied program, with weekly nationally televised games and an international fan base. I caught up with former quarterback Malik Zaire to discuss what it's like to play for the Fighting Irish and the challenges he faced during his time in the program. In regards to Notre Dame's 12-7 win … [Read more...] about Malik Zaire Candid on College Football Coaching World (Exclusive)
Fighting Irish Playoff Odds Favorable, National Title Odds Long
For the fourth time since their most recent national title, in 1988, Notre Dame football is playing late season games with national title implications. In 1993, 2012 and 2018, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish were in the mix for the biggest prize of all, but ultimately fell short. Is this the season that the Irish finally get over the hump and hit the jackpot? As it stands, … [Read more...] about Fighting Irish Playoff Odds Favorable, National Title Odds Long
Extreme Overreaction to Ian Book is Consistently Puzzling
For the most part, Ian Book is who he is and if you've been paying close attention, he's conveyed that to you consistently since 2017. Yes, he's certainly taken a step or two forward in mid-season this year, but the polarization that surrounds him has always been quite puzzling to me. After the big historic win over Clemson, he's now been deemed by many Notre Dame fans as … [Read more...] about Extreme Overreaction to Ian Book is Consistently Puzzling
Holy War: #2 Notre Dame at Boston College Game Preview
As the Irish travel this Saturday to Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, for a road game against Boston College, they're entering into what the modern lexicon refers to as a trap game. A trap game is when a stronger opponent overlooks a weaker one for those unfamiliar with the term, resulting in the better team losing. What better setting for a trap game than … [Read more...] about Holy War: #2 Notre Dame at Boston College Game Preview
Notre Dame Field Storming: Conflicted is the Only Way to Feel
What an amazing Saturday! Joe Biden officially ends the Donald Trump Reign of Terror and Notre Dame achieves their biggest win since 1993. So let's celebrate both! Okay, sure but wear a mask, and keep your distance! Uhmm, well some people did, but others definitely did not. But what a great moment for these Notre Dame kids! The biggest win of the Brian Kelly era, and it … [Read more...] about Notre Dame Field Storming: Conflicted is the Only Way to Feel