Much like Charlie Weis, Brian VanGorder seems to suffer from a basic math problem that wouldn’t even rate as a good SAT question. His recent comments about “tools” and “inventory” point to a rather simple root cause for Notre Dame’s big play woes: his players don’t have enough practice time to be able to execute…
After the historic pounding Notre Dame’s defense took at the end of the 2014 season (and following his ugly season at Auburn,) it’s fair to wonder if Brian Van Gorder is a defensive coordinator passed by time. Early into the 2014 season, the Irish looked strong, but once faced by pace/tempo (meaning, the sub packages…
(Notre Dame Football News | The Rock Report) – Notre Dame’s defense enters 2012 with enviable talent, but also glaring potential weaknesses. Linebacker Manti Teo is a pre-season All-American and on early lists for every possible defensive award. Jamoris Slaughter, in my opinion, became one of the best safeties in the country last year. The…