I watch every play of every game unless work interferes. My fandom cannot be questioned.
What I am is ALSO a fan of college football in general. Had Notre Dame played IU I would have happily rooted for ND (as I did last year) and my late dad could wait another year.
But anyone who doesn't see what an incredible story this is is too cynical for my tastes. And also you ASSumed incorrectly about me. We can enjoy college football and be happy for another team's success if our team isn't involved. It's okay. Really.