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The Notre Dame Fighting Irish run to a BCS bowl game thread (not this year, congrats Navy)
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For years, we've played some of the toughest schedules in the nation. It's nice to have somewhat of a break in this year's schedule. It sets up nicely to what should lead to a much improved record, and a possible berth in another BCS bowl game.
There is no doubt that our football ability or lack thereof should not have had us in some of our recent BCS bowls if that was the only criteria. However, we all know that college football is a business, and there is also no doubt that we generate a lot of $$$'s and buzz for any bowl that lands us. Beyond the 1 vs 2 game, the rest of the bowls are about providing an attractive matchup for sponsors, local economies, tv advertisements, ticket sales, merchandise sales, etc, and there are not many, if any, teams more qualified then the Fighting Irish in those areas. Therefore, as long as we meet the minimum requirements, we'll continue to be invited and justifiably so.
What might make this year unusual of late, is that I actually believe we can win a BCS bowl this year. I believe that a lot of the ND haters are going to be unable to take nearly as much glee in our performances this year, as they have in the past few. Should be a good, solid season. 10 days and counting, let the games begin.
GO IRISH!!
There is no doubt that our football ability or lack thereof should not have had us in some of our recent BCS bowls if that was the only criteria. However, we all know that college football is a business, and there is also no doubt that we generate a lot of $$$'s and buzz for any bowl that lands us. Beyond the 1 vs 2 game, the rest of the bowls are about providing an attractive matchup for sponsors, local economies, tv advertisements, ticket sales, merchandise sales, etc, and there are not many, if any, teams more qualified then the Fighting Irish in those areas. Therefore, as long as we meet the minimum requirements, we'll continue to be invited and justifiably so.
What might make this year unusual of late, is that I actually believe we can win a BCS bowl this year. I believe that a lot of the ND haters are going to be unable to take nearly as much glee in our performances this year, as they have in the past few. Should be a good, solid season. 10 days and counting, let the games begin.
GO IRISH!!
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<< <i>If Clausen's arm were as strong as his mouth, the FI would be undefeated. >>
You could basically substitute the name of any college athlete in America into that sentence. Would you like them to doubt themselves or have low self confidence? I'd venture to say that 95% of athletes think rather highly of themself, it's that determinatiion and belief and self confidence, that helps them get to where they are. It always amuses me that Notre Dame detractors bring up things like that.
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year. If they regress there will probably have a head coaching vacancy do deal with.
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<< <i>Irish in the BCS? Unlikely... I find it interesting how much weight people place on "returning starters", and especially a returning QB. If this squad at ND were special, we'd have seen it already. Great QB's show signs of greatness from day 1. Claussen showed none of that his first year and not much more his second year. I wish the Irish would return to greatness, but a return to goodness or even, averageness must happen first. Beating Hawaii in the dontrememberit.com bowl last year isn't convincing me of great things to come either. All that being said, this should be a better season, but realistic goals is what we need here. Just shoot for 6 wins, try your hardest not to get paired up with an SEC team in your bowl game, and try to develop some youngsters along the way. >>
A 10-2 Notre Dame team woud definitely go to the BCS IMO, and a 9-3 team might even sneak in. Here's the schedule:
Sat, Sep 5 Nevada 3:30 pm --
Sat, Sep 12 at Michigan 3:30 pm --
Sat, Sep 19 Michigan State 3:30 pm --
Sat, Sep 26 at Purdue 8:00 pm --
Sat, Oct 3 Washington 3:30 pm --
Sat, Oct 17 (4) USC 3:30 pm --
Sat, Oct 24 Boston College 3:30 pm --
Sat, Oct 31 Washington State 7:30 pm --
Sat, Nov 7 Navy 2:30 pm --
Sat, Nov 14 at Pittsburgh TBA --
Sat, Nov 21 Connecticut 2:30 pm --
Sat, Nov 28 at Stanford 8:00 pm
I don't see anything in the posts that gives any indication that we think that ND has a "special" squad this year. As a matter of fact, I think they are rather pedestrian. That being said, we have what appears to be on paper, a much easier slate then usual. Even a pedestrian team of 3, 4, and 5 star unproven players should do well against that slate. Any losses that we have, should come relatively early and allow for a recovery in the polls by finishing strong while the other teams are knocking each other down the polls. A BCS berth is far from unlikely IMO. We'll have to agree to disagree on this one.
The Vegas line has the over/under on Irish wins set at 8.5, and that's probably a fair expectation. With a bunch of 18-22 year old kids on both teams who allow many more outside influences to affect their play on the field then the pros do, there might be a variance of a couple games in either direction, with either direction being about the same probability. I'm hoping the variance is one that's higher, but you never know, that's why they bang helmets. 8 more days till the fun begins.
I guess BC losing their projected QB puts that game back in the maybe column.
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Running back position is also talented and deep.
On defense their is plenty of skill and beef up front, the linebackers including Teo are fast and excepting Teo are experienced. They have the best cornerback duo they've had in decades in Blanton and Walls. Both are shutdown type athletes. Both safeties are good coverage guys and strong tacklers. A weakness last year in the kicking game should be a strength this year. This is the deepest team talent wise since the Lou Holtz era.
Most importantly these kids know they have the talent but also realize they ain't gonna win any games just because they are Notre Dame. A lesson learned last year after the Syracuse fiasco.
There are no excuses this year and both the kids and staff know that.
wake up the echoes cheering her name,
send a volley cheer on high,
shake down the thunder from the sky,
what tho the odds be great or small,
Ol' Notre Dame will win over all,
as her loyal sons go marching,
onward to victory
I miss being in the dorms on Saturday morning and waking up to the sounds of the Notre Dame Fight Song blaring through the 7th floor of Flanner Hall.
GO IRISH!!
GO IRISH!!!!
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Just how long does the NBC / Notre Dame contract last?
I look forward to the network making better use of good air time.
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In all seriousness, a nice opener. First shutout since 2002. A decent job all around. Gets tougher from here though. Congrats kids, go celebrate tonight and get back to work tomorrow.
GO IRISH!! BEAT MICHIGAN!!
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I look forward to the network making better use of good air time."
game today was on ABC. NBC filled 2 hours of time slot with info commercials
Glad NBC (NOTREDAME BROADCAST COMPANY) didn't waste good air time
SKY
Go IRISH!! Beat the Spartans.
<< <i>Notre Dame is horrible, they need Lou Holtz back
Lou would have won this game- I can see it now----Lou on his knees picking a handful of grass - nervous, going to the option and winning this game.
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on to sparty
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I would think this was one of your 8.5 wins though.
Go blue!
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I would think this was one of your 8.5 wins though.
Go blue! >>
I'll cut and paste a line from the same thread where I wrote:
"Any losses that we have, should come relatively early and allow for a recovery in the polls by finishing strong while the other teams are knocking each other down the polls."
It's a long season so enjoy your early success. Congrats on the victory.
Mike
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<< <i>How convenient of ABC to limit their shots of Charlie above the waist. Wow! Just say no to Olive Garden's "never ending" pasta bowl! >>
That's a post that a mother should be proud of, making fun of obese people. Good job. Why don't you post a picture of yourself so we can make fun of you.
GO IRISH!!
It was a nice game today,maybe Michigan can squeeze out a 2nd. place with the
spartans going down today,way to go Irish.
J.R.
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we missed floyd. but a win is a win with those injuries.
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<< <i>I will be in South Bend in two weeks. Cannot wait. Bring on the Trojans! >>
Wish I was joining you up there. I had to turn down free USC tix, free hotel and free rental car as my old college roommate invited me to go with him. Already had scheduled plans with my wife that weekend to attend our 20 yr. high school reunion and she's been looking forward to it for a while now. Sometimes, doing the right thing sucks!!!
Oh well, I am getting to go to the Notre Dame vs. Washington State game in San Antonio on Halloween. Getting to take my family too. Pep rally at the Alamo on Friday night, should be a great experience for the kiddos.
Mike
GO IRISH!!!
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big game today all those close games early will help the irish pull out the win today
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