Author: John Vannie

Irish Humble Clemson by 35-14

A certain skeptic who shall not be named looked at this matchup earlier in the week. Two more interceptions including a pick-six? Not bloody likely. Will we see another punt block resulting in a touchdown? You’re dreaming. How about a ground game that produces over 250 yards? That won’t happen against the impregnable Clemson front…

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Irish, Tigers Ready for Battle

Notre Dame (5-3) hosts fourth ranked Clemson (8-0) on Saturday evening in the marquee game of this season’s home schedule. The Fighting Irish have built a semblance of momentum over the past two weeks. They are riding a strong ground game, an improved defense, and lights out special teams as they strive to reach their…

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Irish Discover Turnovers in Win

Notre Dame had intercepted only one pass this season until the light went on Saturday in the JMA Wireless Dome. The Fighting Irish started the day with a pick-six by Brandon Joseph and demoralized the Orange in the fourth quarter with a diving grab by linebacker Marist Liufau. The latter play put a fork in…

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Irish Season at the Crossroads

Notre Dame (4-3) travels to Syracuse, NY on Saturday to play the 16th ranked Orange at the sold out JMA Wireless Dome. The Fighting Irish continue to strive for consistency after a series of uneven performances this season, whether in victory or defeat. A road win over a solid and highly regarded Syracuse squad would…

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Blocked Punts Fuel Irish Win

Isaiah Foskey blocked two punts in the first quarter to jumpstart Notre Dame on the way to a 44-21 victory over Nevada-Las Vegas. The Fighting Irish defense feasted on a pair of reserve quarterbacks for the Rebels, who missed injured starter Doug Brumfield. The hosts finished with four sacks among nine tackles for loss, and…

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