Author: John Vannie

Irish Smother Purdue

Notre Dame’s defense shut down Purdue’s running game and harassed both Boilermaker quarterbacks all evening as the Irish cruised to a 38-10 victory. Tommy Rees led a balanced attack with three touchdown passes, Michael Floyd had 12 receptions and the tandem of Cierre Wood and Jonas Gray accounted for 285 rushing yards. Notre Dame did…

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Irish Moving Forward to Purdue

Notre Dame travels to Purdue on Saturday night in pursuit of a victory that would give the Fighting Irish a winning record for the first time this season. The 2-1 Boilermakers are led by Coach Danny Hope and are coming off an early season bye week following two wins against non-BCS opponents and a road…

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Irish Sneak Past Panthers

Notre Dame’s offense struggled mightily once again but the Irish managed to come away with a 15-12 victory over Pittsburgh on Saturday. Tommy Rees, who was maddeningly inconsistent throughout the afternoon, composed himself and led an 85-yard fourth quarter drive to give his team the lead. Pitt’s last gasp drive was shut down by the…

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Irish Wary of Pitt-Fall

Notre Dame travels to Pittsburgh on Saturday with a victory under its belt and the intent to build momentum this season after a slow start. The Irish emerged in good physical and mental health from their impressive win over Michigan State, but can ill-afford a relapse against the 2-1 Panthers. Pitt is led by former…

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Irish Get Defensive in Rout

Notre Dame’s defense rose to the occasion on Saturday and shut down Michigan State for a convincing 31-13 victory. Cornerback Robert Blanton, safety Harrison Smith and freshman defensive lineman Aaron Lynch stood out as the inspired Irish stopped the run early and slammed the door on Kirk Cousins and the Spartan passing game in the…

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