These guys do one hell of a job of focusing one game at a time. They`re NOT going to let some dopey, head scratching, decisions by the HC/OC or ST`s defeat them. The defense plays with a swagger and that line can get after it. The 2012 d-line was maybe a bit more talented; but they were lazy. The offensive line is hell of tougher than than years past. Their more athletic and stronger than O-lines of the past. In every game this year; though as dramatic as it may seem, they have been in control in each of those games.
The Orange present a big challenge on the O side of the ball next weekend, but I`m betting ND will be up to the task, and control the tempo of that game from start to finish and win going away.
I guess if there is a weakness it is ST coaching and that kicker has no balls! The kicking could get them into trouble down the road.
I just want these guys to go undefeated for once, and whatever happens in the tournament happens; but getting to that tourney, would do wonders for ND Football getting back to a top 10 team on a consistent basis.
Go Irish!