Here's the look...
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
A Very Nice Story on Domer Jonas Gray
Former Notre Dame student-athlete Jonas Gray had a big game this weekend for the New England Patriots gaining 98 yards on 12 carries.
Found this great story about Jonas in the News Telegram -- must see!
That's Jonas #35 -- in the photo above.
LINK: JONAS GRAY
Ireland Golf Caddie's Fighting Irish Tattoo!
The photo above is of Notre Dame's Director of Athletics Advancement Sara Liebscher -- with her caddy at Old Head Golf Links -- who just happens to sport a Notre Dame Fighting Irish tattoo on his upper arm.
Potentially FIVE NFL ND Rookie Starters
I wouldn't be surprised to learn that the following players are in the starting line-up for their respective teams in a couple of weeks.
When was the last time Notre Dame had five ROOKIE STARTERS in the NFL?
- Zack Martin -- given, will start at right guard for Cowboys
- Troy Niklas -- could start for the Cardinals at tight end
- Stephon Tuitt -- could start at the defensive end position for the Steelers
- Chris Watt -- could start at the right guard position for the Chargers
- Prince Shembo -- could start at middle linebacker for the Falcons
For that matter -- when was the last time any college team had that many rookie starters?
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
2014 Strength of Schedule vs. Notre Dame
Over the next few days the ND GO IRISH BLOG will be looking at the TOP 25 teams in the AP POLL and their strength of schedule (SOS) vs. Notre Dame's. First -- the top FIVE ranked teams' SOS vs. the Fighting Irish.
Folks -- the PLAYOFF COMMITTEE better be looking at this!
#17 NOTRE DAME
- Opponents Won / Loss Record in 2013: 103 - 56
- Opponents With Double Digit Wins in 2013: 6
- Opponents Ranked in 2014 Top-25: 5
#1 FLORIDA STATE
- Opponents Won / Loss Record in 2013: 83 -69
- Opponents With Double Digit Wins in 2013: 3
- Opponents Ranked in 2014 Top-25: 2
#2 ALABAMA
- Opponents Won / Loss Record in 2013: 71 - 79
- Opponents With Double Digit Wins in 2013: 2
- Opponents Ranked in 2014 Top-25: 4
#3 OREGON
- Opponents Won / Loss Record in 2013: 80 - 73
- Opponents With Double Digit Wins in 2013: 3
- Opponents Ranked in 2014 Top-25: 4
#4 OKLAHOMA
- Opponents Won / Loss Record in 2013: 71 - 78
- Opponents With Double Digit Wins in 2013: 2
- Opponents Ranked in 2014 Top-25: 2
#5 OHIO STATE
- Opponents Won / Loss Record in 2013: 87 - 66
- Opponents With Double Digit Wins in 2013: 1
- Opponents Ranked in 2014 Top-25: 1
Bob Diaco Names His Starting QB -- I Think...
You have got to watch this out of Storrs, CT. Coach Diaco names his starting QB yesterday -- I think...
LINK: DIACO
There's a "New Sheriff" in Notre Dame Town!
You've got to love this photo of Coach Van Gorder at today's Notre Dame football practice!
Coverage of Notre Dame Football Media Day
Here's all of the coverage I've been able to find of today's MEDIA DAY for the Notre Dame Football program. Just click on the links below:
LINK: COACH KELLY'S PRESSER
LINK: JACK NOLAN INTERVIEW OF COACH KELLY
LINK: CODY RIGGS INTERVIEW
LINK: CHRISTIAN LOMBARD INTERVIEW
LINK: AUSTIN COLLINSWORTH INTERVIEW
LINK: JACK NOLAN & REGGIE BROOKS
The Story of the Shamrock Series Gear for ND
The folks at Under Armour shared their story today regarding the making of the Shamrock Series helmet and uniform for the University of Notre Dame. As a storyteller -- it's nice to see their interest in telling a story...
I LIKE THE STORY!
You must watch the video linked below:
LINK: THE STORY
LINK: NOTRE DAME'S UNVEIL
Notre Dame's Under Armour Football Uniforms
Well, here's what we've been waiting for...
Looks like we have a different shade of gold with the pants.
This "early reveal" paves the way for the much anticipated SHAMROCK SERIES helmet and uniform unveil which should happen this afternoon -- click on the link below to watch LIVE. Starts at 1 PM ET:
LINK: SHAMROCK SERIES UNIFORM REVEAL
New Addition to ND's Labar Athletics Complex
A privacy screen has been added to the eastern edge of Notre Dame's Labar Athletics Complex -- where the Fighting Irish Football Team practices.
I'm quite sure this move was precipitated by the OVERLOOK at NOTRE DAME apartment complex -- on Twyckenham -- just east of the practice fields. The Overlook at Notre Dame is a four-story building housing graduate students.
You never know ("WINK-WINK"), there just might be a Michigan, USC, Florida State alum or two or three in those apartments attending grad school at Notre Dame...
LINK: OVERLOOK AT NOTRE DAME
WATCH LIVE: Media Day Today at 1 PM ET
The Notre Dame Football team will hold its annual MEDIA DAY today at 1 PM ET -- and you can watch it LIVE at the link below:
LINK: MEDIA DAY
Monday, August 18, 2014
NFL Highlights of ND Players This Weekend
Here's a look at some highlights of former Notre Dame student-athletes from this weekend of NFL Exhibition football. Just click on the former player's name and you'll see their highlight video:
LINK: GOLDEN TATE TD CATCH
LINK: STEPHON TUITT'S -- TACKLE DOWN FIELD
LINK: KYLE RUDOLPH'S 51 YARD TD CATCH
LINK: ROBERT HUGHES' TD RUN
ND Football -- A Look at the Wide Receivers
The Fighting Irish are expected to be throwing the ball all over the field this season -- here's a look at the position that should be on the other end of many of Everett Golson's passes...
LINK: NOTRE DAME WIDE RECEIVERS
ND Football Media Day -- LIVE at 1 PM ET
Notre Dame Football's annual MEDIA DAY is scheduled for Tuesday at 1 PM ET -- here's a link below to the LIVE coverage:
LINK: TUESDAY @ 1 PM ET
Fr. Jenkins Accepts ALS Ice Bucket Challenge!
University of Notre Dame president Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., accepted the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge on the steps of the Golden Dome. Here's a video replay:
LINK: FR. JENKINS
Sunday, August 17, 2014
Notre Dame Ranked #17 in AP Preseason Poll
The Fighting Irish of Notre Dame are ranked #17 in the AP's preseason poll released today. Brian Kelly's crew will play FIVE teams ranked in the Top-25 this season:
- #1 Florida State
- #11 Stanford
- #15 USC
- #19 Arizona State
- #23 North Carolina
LINK: PRESEASON AP TOP 25
Saturday, August 16, 2014
Domer Jonas Gray Rushes for 98 Yards in WIn!
Former Notre Dame student-athlete Jonas Gray rushed for 98 yards on 12 carries in the New England Patriots 42 - 35 win over the Philadelphia Eagles last night!!!
He also had a 20 yard TD run called back because of penalty...
I am so happy for Jonas!
LINK: JONAS GRAY
Brady Quinn a "Perfect" 4-4 in Dolphins Debut
Former Notre Dame All-American Brady Quinn -- signed earlier this week -- played in his first game in a Dolphins uniform tonight, going 4 for 4 (22 yards) in his limited duty against the Buccaneers.
LINK: BOX SCORE
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