Talk me down from the ledge. I truly think ND is better that UGA, but...
I fear another late-game meltdown ala 2005 USC, 2014 Florida State and 2023 Ohio State.
But maybe this time it will be different...?
Replies to: Talk me down from the ledge. I truly think ND is better that UGA, but...
Ga has a ton of talent but has been very inconsistent
Their new QB has now had like a month to practice, so I believe he will be dangerous. They have a great secondary, and their front seven although as athletic as always has looked like a Bob Davie unit at times.
Their OL has kind of sucked this year. But I am not sure our front seven can exploit that. Especially with Mills gone.
It will be a “dog fight” no bad pun intended. Could go either way. Finding a way to win such a game
like Kelly could never do will define this season and Freemans tenure.
I think this all comes down to controlling the line of scrimmage.
It’s the one area we struggled in every big game in the past I don’t think we dominate. I would like like to see us hold even at least and make it a slugfest.
I think we have an advantage with Riley if we can give him a chance to throw.
This is where our coordinator ls earn their keep. Denbrock needs to call a good game and keep things balanced.
I don’t, I don’t know if they win it all but they are going to punch UGA in the mouth.
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This team is flat out different. Wanna be the best ya gotta beat the best.
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An overly simplistic way to view it
We lost to them by a combined 7 points in 2017/2019. I would argue that those UGA teams were better than this one, and this ND team is better than those in 2017 / 2019.
At least this is what I keep telling myself.....
My overly simplistic way to view it..
"Get off the ledge pussy!"
We're either going to win or lose, but the direction of the program looks great going forward regardless, so be a man, put on the big boy pants, and show the same courage that is expected from our Lads when they step into the arena.
Fear not, Mark. ND is the better team.
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Yessir.
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You've got mail!
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I'm simultaneously optimistic about the run game and terrified we won't be able to run
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They have a backup QB with 0 starts. ND by 3 scores
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Zero starts but some playing time. 12 of 16 for 71 yards & 75% complition rate against Texas
isn't bad.
He is a 5 ⭐️ been there 3 years, all he has to do is manage the game
He does not need to win it for them
If he was truly a 5 star talent then he would have been starting by now. Beck isn't a 5-star talent.
He must be a high 3, low 4 at best. If Carr does not start sometime in 2025 or early 2026, he is a back up.
Beck was a projected 1st round draft pick
When was the last time we had one of those? If ever.
Certainly RL isn’t.
Manage the game......with three gold helmets in his ear every play.
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I hope so. LFG Irish
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You're going to the game.
Bring your balls and lose your voice.
Or a la 2018 Georgia w/4 FGs from Yoon
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I could…but why? Now is the time for (ir)rational exuberance! Enjoy! It’s why we do this…
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Love how yer thinkin, Knute!
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As long as we play our A game, we'll win
If we play cleanly, where the offensive line does a good job, and where Riley Leonard doesn't make bad decisions, then we'll win.
If we turn the ball over too much, or if the offensive line stinks up the field, we'll lose.
Low score, we’ll win by 2 TDs set up by defensive turnovers
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We can win, but no one would be surprised if we lost
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This is called left handed optimism. Let's hear positive vibes.
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Or how about ND's historical penchant letting 1st time opposing starting
QBs have a Heisman performance game...??
Not under Freeman.
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Jump. Please.
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I'll make sure to land on you
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Both teams want to run and to stop the run. Low scoring game. May come down to the kickers.
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Ok Charlie Brown...here is the plan.
When two teams, especially in football, are evenly matched, the game is a coin flip where one will lose. Over time, they will both win their share. But in one sample, either can win. If you do not want your life to hang on the result, understand that and enjoy the great play on both sides of the ball by some pretty good and talented athletes. Enjoy a win if it is ND, but a loss is not the end of the world, especially in the game is decided by either team in the last minute or two. Athletes thrive on the competition and trying to win each play, learn, get better, and win the next play, or shot or possession, or at bat, or...........well you get it. Great athletes will do it all day because it is a passion to compete...and not necessarily win. Hopefully, you will enjoy this special group of young men, what they have done, and the thrills they have provided. Notre Dame football is all about the path less traveled, and this team has certainly taken a unique path. Go Irish!!!
Brilliantly stated.
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Post of the Year!
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What tho the odds...well said.
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Well, you could look at 19-20 in 2017 and 17-23 in 2019 and ask yourself...
Which team has gotten better since then?
You could also look at the common opponent, GA Tech.
You could also just have some faith and optimism.
We can hope
If we had our DL and OL intact, it would be an even game. I suspect we will not be able to overcome our injuries.
Our best hope is that the moment is too big for their backup qb.
I believe this is correct. In addition, ND will need to control the offensive LOS, thus the clock.
And, as always, win the turnover war.
Leonard’s performance needs to provide for a balanced offensive performance
We need 200+ passing yards and a couple of passing TDs. Otherwise their massive DL is going to shut us down. USC showed our defense can be exposed pretty readily.
Georgia has studs. ND needs to focus for 4 quarters
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Yeah, even studs have bad games. Let's hope a few of theirs do.
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