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Irish Juggernaut vs. Cougars: Top 10 Showdown!
12 Oct
Summary
- Notre Dame boasts a 16-game double-digit win streak.
- BYU faces Notre Dame in a historic top-10 matchup.
- Key players missing for both BYU and Notre Dame.
Notre Dame, ranked No. 2 nationally, enters a top-10 showdown against No. 8 BYU on an impressive 16-game winning streak, with all victories by double digits. This streak is the longest active one in the Football Bowl Subdivision and third-longest in college football history.
The Irish have demonstrated overwhelming dominance, defeating opponents by an average score of 44-11. Their recent performance includes a commanding 58-7 victory over Stanford, showcasing their "ultimate competitors" mentality.
The highly anticipated game, set for Saturday at 5:30 p.m. ABC, marks the first top-10 matchup in LaVell Edwards Stadium history. Notre Dame is a 10.5-point favorite, with many at BYU considering it the most important regular-season game in school history.
Both teams are dealing with significant player injuries. BYU will be without their star running back LJ Martin for at least a month due to a foot injury. Notre Dame's key cornerback Leonard Moore's status is uncertain due to a concussion.
BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier expressed excitement for the opportunity to play a big-time game, while coach Kalani Sitake looks forward to focusing his team on Notre Dame after a less-than-satisfying win over Iowa State.
