Upset Collides with Game Day Ritual
Another episode from: THE CLARKIVES Like you, I have a few game day rituals. I start my day with a hot cup of coffee and find a stool to sit…
It’s Pyne Time
Tyler Buchner lays on the turf moments after suffering a left shoulder injury against Marshall last Saturday. (Photo: Chad Ryan) The news around ND's 0-2 football program got a bit…
A Notre Dame Fan’s Coping Guide
(Photo: Chad Ryan) Yesterday’s upset loss elicited some rather strong and passionate responses from Notre Dame nation. “Over his head!”, “Fire Rees!", “Send Golden back to the NFL”, “Pull their scholarships",…
Early Losers Can Be Late Winners
Yes, it hurts to lose, as an obviously pained Marcus Freeman made clear last Saturday post game. But, they say if you are going to lose one, lose it early…
Rick Mirer: All-Time Irish Hero
(Photo: Courtesy of Irish Illustrated) Rick Mirer grew up just a few miles down the road from South Bend in Goshen, Indiana. The son of a high school coach, Mirer…
Ohio State 21 ND 10: Observations, Notes, a Quote and the Great Photography of Chad Ryan
Rylie Mills hunts for CJ Stroud. (Photo: Chad Ryan) KNOWLES KNOWS DEFENSE: For two consecutive games now against Jim Knowles designed defenses, the Irish offense has been mostly stymied, particularly…
But Can He Coach?
Marcus Freeman during pre-season camp. (Photo: Chad Ryan) Sure, sure he can recruit, his family is beyond adorable, the players love him and he has put together a top not…
ND v. OSU 1935: The First “Game of the Century”
(Goldin Auctions) On November 2, 1935 two tradition rich and undefeated football teams met. Notre Dame traveled 252 miles that day to play their next state over neighbor, number 1…