WolvesOnTheProwl

3 hours ago, Bobref said:

So, the new college football 12 team playoff is in place. Jack Swarbrick (on his way out the door in a few months) was one of the unanimous votes for the plan. Under the new format, even if ND is ranked in the Top 4 at the end of the regular season, the highest they can be seeded is #5, meaning they have to win 4 playoff games to win the natty.

If this comes back to bite them (they have to get to the Top 4 first), the inevitable result will be an even louder outcry for the Irish to join a conference. They’ve always said a few things would have to happen for ND to reconsider its position on conference affiliation. One of them is if independent status was a formidable obstacle to competing for a championship. This might be it.

I think the bigger issue would be the other 14 team playoff being discussed, which includes more automatic bids for conference champs. 

Safeties coach Chris O’Leary has joined the chargers staff, which is a big time loss for the Irish. Great job of working with the safeties last few years and an excellent recruiter. 
Also, new transfer qb Riley Leonard had a foot/ankle procedure done but it supposed to be ready for spring practice. Definitely something to monitor   

Couple of Indiana HS kids playing, Chiefs DE George Karaloftis (west Lafayette HS) and Drue Tranquill (FW Carroll) so I’ll be rooting for those guys to make plays along with my squares to hit. Any other Indiana high school players I’m missing? (Think I spelled names correct and have their right high schools)

Probably off topic since it’s a football forum but when Elkhart consolidated I really thought they’d be a powerhouse in a few sports. But i just saw the boys basketball team just won their first game in late January. My question, are there any boys teams at Elkhart that are really strong?

Heard Lowell is adding turf this offseason as well. 

19 hours ago, Bash Riprock said:

Is it true KK made bears fly out to California to meet with him? Maybe that’s common but don’t think he’s worth it.

On 1/12/2024 at 7:04 PM, Irishman said:

welp, that died quickly. 😄

IMO there was no chance they were interested in Marcus Freeman

21 hours ago, Whiting89 said:

Out of curiosity can ND get anyone out of transfer portal or do they still have to meet some academic criteria?

Not 100% sure but they still have to get through admissions to be accepted into ND. And I don’t think there’s much wiggle room when it comes to admissions. For example, I had heard a coaches kid (who went to Oklahoma and has entered the transfer portal but still doesn’t have the grades to get into ND) wouldn’t be accepted into ND as a possible transfer candidate. Again not sure if that’s true but I just had heard. The only thing that’s changed is that the irish now take undergrad transfers, before they would only take in grad transfers. 

14 hours ago, temptation said:

I think this is the first time in the history of the CFP you could make a legitimate case for all 4 teams.

Haven’t watched one bowl snap besides the Notre Dame game, but will watch all of the playoff games for this reason, not sure who will win and they should be good games 

If you’re scoring at home that’s two straight seasons a ND lacrosse player has won bowl game MVP!! Altho Angeli should have been this years MVP. 
A really strong finish to the season, especially considering of the transfers and opt outs and loss of an OC, but I love the momentum headed into 2024. Can’t wait to play Texas A&M

4 hours ago, temptation said:

CFP Top 25 and how many players they have in the transfer portal:

Rank | Team | Players in Portal

1 Michigan: 0
2 Washington: 1
3 Texas: 0
4 Alabama: 0
5 Florida State: 1
6 Georgia: 4
7 Ohio State: 11
8 Oregon: 3
9 Mizzou: 7
10 Penn State: 2
11 Ole Miss: 4
12 Oklahoma: 7
13 LSU: 3
14 Arizona: 5
15 Louisville: 4
16 Notre Dame: 10
17 Iowa: 3
18 NC State: 15
19 Oregon State: 4
20 Oklahoma State: 2
21 Tennessee: 4
22 Clemson: 5
23 Liberty: 1
24 SMU: 3
25 Kansas State: 12

“The chosen one” lol…

Buchnar returning to ND to join the lacrosse team. Maybe he was just the chosen one for a different sport?!?

1. Washington 

2. Michigan 

3. Florida State w/ Bo Nix at qb

4. Texas 

22 hours ago, WolvesOnTheProwl said:

Also heard Oregon and Auburn in the for Riley. Feel like an old man but i hate this transfer portal. Irish have lost 2 receivers, a center, and defensive lineman the last few days and I’m sure there will be more. So the wide receivers for the bowl game should be interesting. 
 

And not sure if anyone saw, but at Mondays press conference Marcus Freeman said he wanted to do everything to keep the staff in tact for next year. On Tuesday they announced wide receivers coach Chansi Stuckey was no longer part of the staff. Strange timing, and Stuckey brought in some talented receivers. Guess someone had to be the fall guy for the offense not showing up at times this season. 

There goes another freshman receiver Braylon James to the transfer portal. Sure hope Riley Leonard brings some receivers with him if he chooses to go to south bend 

Also heard Oregon and Auburn in the for Riley. Feel like an old man but i hate this transfer portal. Irish have lost 2 receivers, a center, and defensive lineman the last few days and I’m sure there will be more. So the wide receivers for the bowl game should be interesting. 
 

And not sure if anyone saw, but at Mondays press conference Marcus Freeman said he wanted to do everything to keep the staff in tact for next year. On Tuesday they announced wide receivers coach Chansi Stuckey was no longer part of the staff. Strange timing, and Stuckey brought in some talented receivers. Guess someone had to be the fall guy for the offense not showing up at times this season. 

On 11/16/2023 at 10:36 AM, PHJIrish said:

Well it seems like the final Notre Dame game, at Stanford, will only be televised on the PAC12 Network.  Is this a going away present to the PAC12 or is it another payout or don't watch deal.  Either way it's a big mistake.  I'm sure Notre Dame had no input for this decision either.  I hope we Irish fans, in Indianapolis, can at least find a radio broadcast on the internet, as the local affiliate 1430am, does not air the Irish games anymore.

Fubo is an app that has pac 12 network. You can do a free trial, watch the game, and then cancel your trial before your have to pay. 

2 hours ago, RocksFan23 said:

Always a great time going to games in the Region. Westfield wins 28-14. Any recommendations for lunch in Crown Point? Good spots on the Square? Heard One13North is good but anywhere with good burgers/beer.

Square roots has a burger of the month and a pretty nice bar with a big selection. Really, all the places on the square are good so you can’t go wrong. But tavern on main, square root, and upstairs at station 21 if you’re looking at some food and a drink before the game to wet your whistle would be my choices. 
No alcohol and a bit off the square but if you’re into sandwiches give Sandwich City a try on summit street.

1 hour ago, GOLDRUSH1985 said:

Paul was not a state champ , he placed 3rd last year . He should win it this school year though . 

Sorry good catch!! He lost to Jones from Brownsburg in the semi finals. 
 

This Crown Point team is really talented. Getting upset last year to Lafayette Jeff and their lackluster schedule this year has people wondering how good they actually are and rightfully so. The quarterback, imo, is the difference as he can really throw the ball well along with running it. Has a lot of weapons, the running back and some tall pass catchers that I think allow CP to score enough for them to come away with the win this week and advance. 

28 minutes ago, BLACKGOLD2007 said:

Are these guys interior Dlineman or LBs?

Could be wrong but Will (220 lb state champ) plays an outside linebacker position while Paul (hwt state champ) played the season on the offensive line but will play on the defensive line when needed. Again not 100% sure. Fun fact the Clark’s also have younger triplets who are freshman and the 2 boys are also football and wrestlers. 

11 minutes ago, PHJIrish said:

Another pitiful loss for the Irish.  The offense, Hartman in particular, never got going today.  It's possible that Notre Dame loses, and IU wins today. IU up 17-14 with 2 minutes left.

Losing Mitchell evans last week was huge. Not having any other receiving option on the roster besides a lacrosse player is an absolute embarrassment. Such a waste having a qb like Hartman without any weapons or protection for a an entire season. Yuck   

40 minutes ago, scarab527 said:

Week 3 Games:

1. Warsaw 

2. Hamilton Southeastern

3. Westfield 

4. Cathedral 

5. Mishawaka 

6. Decatur Central

7. Whiteland 

8. Castle

9. NorthWood 

10. Mississinewa 

11. Brebeuf Jesuit 

12. Evansville Reitz

13. Hanover Central 

14.  Monrovia

15. Gibson Southern 

16. Batesville 

17. LaVille

18. Eastern (Greentown)

19. Linton-Stockton

20. Eastern Hancock 

21. North Judson 

22. North Vermilion 

23. North Decatur 

24. Springs Valley

Lots of football left, who can avoid a colossal upset?!?

2 hours ago, temptation said:

A win Saturday almost assuredly earns the Irish a NY6, no?

Heard they’ll need a top 10 finish for a NY6 game. And it depends on how FSU and Louisville seasons play out??

As for the game vs Clemson, this is a huge game for Marcus Freeman. I think everyone is expecting the Irish to win, can they deliver? Clemson defense is maybe a wash or a little better but than Irish offense, Irish defense better than Clemson offense. Gonna come down to turnovers and how well O line can handle Clemson front. If the Irish do win they should finish 10-2, beating wake forest and Stanford 

5 hours ago, BTF said:

I was watching Notre Dame/Pitt with my father and remember turning to him and asking why the starters were still playing with the game well in hand. Low and behold, Mitchell Evans goes down with a torn ACL. Thoughts on this? They finally did bring in another quarterback, but left most the other starters in. Wanted to give the new QB reps with the first string? Are reps not good enough with the second string? I'm not trying to tear Freeman down, I like the guy. I just don't understand why they were pouring it on with the starters already up 40 points. I've always believed that you rest your starters as soon as you can and give the backups much needed reps.  

Just speculating but the offense did not play well the first half. I think they wanted to build some confidence and give those guys some more reps together before turning it over to the backups. Unfortunate what happened to evans but tight end room has to step up. It was nice to see Angeli actually run the offense when he did get in and not just hand the ball off. 

17 hours ago, PHJIrish said:

Nice win for the Irish!  The facts are Louisville beat Notre Dame, Pitt beat Louisville, and Notre Dame destroyed Pitt.

Xavier Watts is one whale of a defensive ball hawk!

Might be playing himself into leaving for the draft after this year!!

Heard or saw a stat; the notre dame defense has given up 3 touchdowns the last 2 games while the specials teams and defense have combined for 5 touchdowns.  Pretty sold effort I’d say. 

LSU/Bama, Georgia/Missouri, and Washington/USC I guess are the big ones this week.
Did anyone catch this weeks Stanford/Washington ending? Stanford dropped a wide open halfback pass on 4th and like 4 down 2 with maybe 3 minutes left.  Was rooting for the upset. 
Not sure bowl ties but if ND wins out what are the chances they get the loser of lsu/Bama in a bowl game?