Former University of Notre Dame standout and NBA veteran Orlando Woolridge, who played on Fighting Irish teams that four times knocked off the number-one-ranked team in the nation, died last night at his parents’ home in Mansfield, La., where he had been under hospice care due to a chronic heart condition. He was 52. … [Read more...] about Former Bulls, Notre Dame star Orlando Woolridge passes away
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Notre Dame getting a lot of preseason accolades again
As usual, there's a lot of hype and anticipation heading into next college football season regarding Notre Dame. It's not like last season where gridiron experts are projecting them into a BCS bowl, instead it's more about their schedule (how tough it is) and how NFL ready some of their talent is. Especially keep an eye on linebacker Manti Te'o and tight end Tyler Eifert. … [Read more...] about Notre Dame getting a lot of preseason accolades again
Notre Dame gets another year for Scott Martin
Notre Dame was unable to get a sixth year of eligibility out of the NCAA for their oft-injured star Tim Abromaitis, but they were able to get the same situation approved for forward Scott Martin (Valparaiso, Ind.). The Purdue transfer will return to play for the Irish in 2012-13. … [Read more...] about Notre Dame gets another year for Scott Martin
Notre Dame QB Tommy Rees and sister both have alcohol arrest record
Notre Dame quarterback Tommy Rees will held to court on May 17th, in which he'll face four misdemeanor counts, including resisting arrest, battery and underage consumption. But he's not the only Rees sibling who's run afoul of the law via alcohol. His sister Meghan Rees was kicked out of the Purdue game last fall and arrested for an alcohol offense as well. Is this is a new … [Read more...] about Notre Dame QB Tommy Rees and sister both have alcohol arrest record
Notre Dame QB Tommy Rees arrested, jailed for multiple charges
Off-the-field incidents continue to plague the Brian Kelly regime at Notre Dame. Last night brings another- this one involving the sort of starting QB Tommy Rees and a starting linebacker in Carlo Carlabrese. Rees was jailed on a preliminary felony charge of battery on a police officer and misdemeanor charges of resisting arrest, minor consumption and public intoxication. … [Read more...] about Notre Dame QB Tommy Rees arrested, jailed for multiple charges
Minnesota Vikings take Notre Dame safety Harrison Smith
The Minnesota Vikings traded down, but then later traded back up in order to select Harrison Smith from Notre Dame. So in a busy NFL Draft night filled with trades, the Vikings were as busy as anybody It's rare for safeties to go very high overall, but Smith was the second safety taken in this draft. Mark Barron, from the Alabama Crimson Tide is the only one who might go … [Read more...] about Minnesota Vikings take Notre Dame safety Harrison Smith
Notre Dame’s Michael Floyd joins Arizona Cardinals at #13
He’s passed up Golden Tate, Jeff Samardzjia and Tim Brown to claim all the major receiving records in Notre Dame history. And now Michael Floyd is a member of the Arizona Cardinals. Floyd becomes the first WR taken by the Cardinals in the first round since the team selected Larry Fitzgerald with the third overall pick in 2004. He is the first Notre Dame player drafted by the … [Read more...] about Notre Dame’s Michael Floyd joins Arizona Cardinals at #13
Tyler Eifert looking like Notre Dame go-to guy on Offense
-From Golden Tate to Kyle Rudolph to Michael Floyd to…Tyler Eifert. Notre Dame has seen a primary pass-catcher emerge each year and then end up a high pick in the NFL Draft following a breakout season. Floyd will get the call next week, probably in the top 10-15. Eifert should be a top 20 pick in 2013. Which means the senior tight end will become a household name this fall in … [Read more...] about Tyler Eifert looking like Notre Dame go-to guy on Offense
2012 Notre Dame Spring Game notes, nuggets and tidbits
The number one topic is of course the four-way starting quarterback battle. Unlike other spring games, Notre Dame lets them pretty much go live at QB, which is a lot cooler than the signal caller wearing a red, no-contact jersey. Here's the statistical breakdown. Everett Golson 31 snaps, 11-15 passing, 120 yards, two TDs, 0 picks. 6 carries for 25 yards. Tommy Rees 7-14-1, … [Read more...] about 2012 Notre Dame Spring Game notes, nuggets and tidbits
Former Notre Dame DE Aaron Lynch transferring to South Florida
Skip Holtz has beaten the university that made his dad, Lou Holtz, a legend once again. Yes, just like in the 2011 season opener, South Florida got the best of Notre Dame. Apparently, super soph Aaron Lynch is taking his talents to Tampa. ESPN's sources indicate Lynch wants to be closer to his family and his girlfriend. The Cape Coral, FL native is coming home. … [Read more...] about Former Notre Dame DE Aaron Lynch transferring to South Florida