Dexter Williams burst off left tackle for a 97-yard touchdown run early in the third quarter to break open a tight game and propel Notre Dame to a 45-23 victory over Virginia Tech in Blacksburg. The Irish offense was stymied for most of the first half, but a scoop and score by Julian Love after…
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Irish Seek Winning Road Formula
Undefeated and sixth-ranked Notre Dame returns to the road on Saturday night for a date with 24th ranked Virginia Tech from the Atlantic Coast Conference. The 3-1 Hokies are having an up and down season, as evidenced by numerous off-field player issues, significant injuries, an inexplicable loss to 1-4 Old Dominion and an impressive road…
The Eyes Have It
Last November after watching Mike Brey’s crew take care of the DePaul Blue Demons, Kayo and I (along with a couple other NDN denizens) repaired up Michigan Avenue to Kroll’s to watch what we hoped would be a similar dismantling of the Miami Hurricanes by a highly-ranked Irish football squad. We all know how that…
Notes from the Geetar: Every Book is Made of Trees Edition
For two games in a row, all three facets of Notre Dame’s football team have operated at peak efficiency. My cardiologist is disappointed, as he only has a couple boat payments left and is counting on me to get him there. The Bible tells us if you have the gift of prophecy, understanding all the…
Irish Perfect Storm Blows Away Stanford
Notre Dame put together an exceptional team effort for 60 minutes to record a convincing 38-17 victory over Stanford on Saturday night. The Irish dominated in all phases, especially in the fourrth quarter, to break open an intensely competitive contest and turn it into a romp. Running back Dexter Williams returned to the lineup after…