ND to the Music City Bowl

[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly on staff changes: Always hoping a leadership position presents itself for the assistants but there's no openings for them at this time</p>— Chris Hine (@ChristopherHine) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChristopherHine/status/549652004440907776">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said he will always be an advocate for assistants that can get good opportunities, but says there’s nothing on the table right now.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/549652154861228033">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said staff worked with Golson on ball security during practices. Says Golson is investing in making changes</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/549652381945057281">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly says Stanford is the most physical team Notre Dame faced this season.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/549652856572510208">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>In what he calls a “limited democracy,” Brian Kelly says the team went with the flow following the announcement of Zaire starting.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/549653054686261249">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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(wtf does that mean?)

 

[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said Jaylon Smith is physically one of the better players he has ever coached. This season has been a learning experience for him</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/549653268197302273">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said the RB rotation will remain the same</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/549653487194505216">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said he believes the team has confidence in his decision-making regarding the quarterback position.</p>— Irish Illustrated (@NDatRivals) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDatRivals/status/549653613308440576">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[NDdomer2]

I think it means they don't get much of a say

 

[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly on recruiting in Catholic-heavy La: "If you can get in and find a school or home that doesn’t have purple." <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LSU?src=hash">#LSU</a></p>— Ross Dellenger (@DellengerAdv) <a href="https://twitter.com/DellengerAdv/status/549653624453074945">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Malik Zaire will still be the holder, Brian Kelly said.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/549653723191185408">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Les Miles said he is very happy that Michigan hired Jim Harbaugh. “It’s just a matter of time before they return to prominence. Go Blue."</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/549653811225440256">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Emcee77]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said focus is about LSU, not the SEC. Focus on the continued success of LSU, wants that at Notre Dame</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/549654010400354305">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Irish#1]

Damn, this really does look like about 50 guys suited up

That's more then was at the Colts / titans game yesterday!

 

[kmoose]

My guess is the strategy will be as follows. Run the zone read option with Zaire. As long as its effective and our D holds up he probably stays in the game. If we are not capable of stopping them (get down early) or Zaire isn't able to move the ball. Then Golson will come in and they'll attempt to chuck it all over the field.

I'm not sure. I mean, I am sure that Kelly will run MORE zone read than normal, but that could be twice a quarter. I think Kelly is going to try to bait LSU into loading the box, then try to hit them over the top for a couple of quick scores. It would absolutely help the Defense, to turn LSU into a one-dimensional offense by putting them into a hole early.

 

[IrishLax]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Malik Zaire will start against LSU in the Music City Bowl.</p>— Irish Illustrated (@NDatRivals) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDatRivals/status/549648471184011265">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Man... I am totally shocked. I thought for sure it was 95% gamesmanship and Golson would start.

Credit to TP though, he said the younger guys wanted Zaire to get a shot. Apparently more willing to throw with anticipation into tight windows and run the offense as prescribed. Much better at the zone read. And a better leader.

Never thought Kelly would actually give him a shot though.

 

[Irish#1]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said he wants to challenge Malik Zaire and put him in this type of environment.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/549648813989060608">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Kid you looked better than Golson against USC. You're starting.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said he wants to challenge Malik. Pleased with Golson's progress but wants to see Zaire in this environment and learn about him</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/549648819433259009">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Not pleased enough to get his job back.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said both QBs will play and this is all about 2014 and nit necessarily a precursor to 2015.</p>— Eric Hansen (@EHansenNDI) <a href="https://twitter.com/EHansenNDI/status/549649106000297984">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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I think he's sending a loud message to Golson about 2015.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said that he’s been pleased with Everett Golson over the past few weeks and competition will continue into 2015.</p>— Irish Illustrated (@NDatRivals) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDatRivals/status/549649015353008128">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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He lost his starting job and it's now Malik's. You want it back? Hang onto the ball, don't throw INT's and get better at your reads!

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Zaire showed command, confidence and the ability to run the offense the way Kelly wants in practice</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/549650107101372416">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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I hope he shows the same thing in the game.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Both coaches brushing off talk of setting up next year. Focus is on winning tomorrow</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/549650291852079107">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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It's about getting the young guys reps for next year.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said Golson lost some confidence and coaches have had to work to restore that during bowl prep</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/549651187805728768">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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I think that was pretty obvious to everyone.

 

[wizards8507]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Malik Zaire will start against LSU in the Music City Bowl.</p>— Irish Illustrated (@NDatRivals) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDatRivals/status/549648471184011265">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[IrishLax]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>In what he calls a “limited democracy,” Brian Kelly says the team went with the flow following the announcement of Zaire starting.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/549653054686261249">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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(wtf does that mean?)

I think it means they don't get much of a say

I'm not sure, but I read it as there was some push to give Zaire a shot, and also some push for Golson, but when he makes a decision they get behind it. But who knows wtf a "limited democracy" is lol... it sounds suspiciously like the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.

 

[AdmiralBackhand]

First lefty to start at ND?

 

[tko]

Man... I am totally shocked. I thought for sure it was 95% gamesmanship and Golson would start.

Credit to TP though, he said the younger guys wanted Zaire to get a shot. Apparently more willing to throw with anticipation into tight windows and run the offense as prescribed. Much better at the zone read. And a better leader.

Never thought Kelly would actually give him a shot though.

I would've lost a ton of money had I had the opportunity to lay it down on Golson starting. I like the call, though. Kelly wants to see what Malik is made of and what better spot than in a bowl vs LSU. I'm pulling for Malik to rise to the challenge. I really like his passion and perceived leadership.

 

[wizards8507]

First lefty to start at ND?

Yep.

Malik Zaire believes he'll win starting quarterback job for Notre Dame Fighting Irish - ESPN

If Zaire wins the job, he would become the first starting left-handed quarterback in Notre Dame history. Michael Bertsch, Notre Dame's director of football media relations, said a search of school records found the only left-handed quarterback who had played in a game for the Irish was Art Parisien, a backup under Knute Rockne who guided the Irish to the game-winning touchdown in a 13-12 victory over USC in 1926, the first meeting between the schools.

 

[ulukinatme]

Gold Seats: We can't have a lefty start at QB, think about tradition!

 

[Irish#1]

I would've lost a ton of money had I had the opportunity to lay it down on Golson starting. I like the call, though. Kelly wants to see what Malik is made of and what better spot than in a bowl vs LSU. I'm pulling for Malik to rise to the challenge. I really like his passion and perceived leadership.

Me as well. I always thought EG would start with Malik getting about 40% of the snaps..

 

[Dizzyphil]

The team was practicing at Father Ryan here in Nashville. Wasn't able to get out there but a couple of friends of mine did. Said the team sounded fired up.

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[WestCoast]

The team was practicing at Father Ryan here in Nashville. Wasn't able to get out there but a couple of friends of mine did. Said the team sounded fired up.

Diz

That could be due to the spicy chicken. Ferp ferp.

 

[RDU Irish]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Brian Kelly said Cage, Hayes and Matuska will all play tomorrow. “They’ll be needed to play in this game at some level."</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/549651777046720512">December 29, 2014</a></blockquote>
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These guys plus Day..... maybe we look more like early season Irish D?? LSU is not a good offensive team and their run game is their whole enchilada. With these guys beefing up the middle I see a slight ray of hope on the horizon.

Offensively, I think the troops rally around Malik (or you could say Malik gets more out of his guys). I think we put up some points and come to play on both sides of the ball.

 

[ulukinatme]

These guys plus Day..... maybe we look more like early season Irish D?? LSU is not a good offensive team and their run game is their whole enchilada. With these guys beefing up the middle I see a slight ray of hope on the horizon.

Offensively, I think the troops rally around Malik (or you could say Malik gets more out of his guys). I think we put up some points and come to play on both sides of the ball.

I would hope that our guys give the same effort regardless of who starts at QB, but you have to wonder if the current starters (Many of whom are Sophomores) aren't a little more excited with Malik under center. Malik was kind of a driving force during his recruitment that tried to rally players to ND, which kind of showed us early some of his leadership qualities. I'm excited to see how he does tomorrow, although he certainly didn't get any favors with LSU's defense when it comes to first starts.

 

[ulukinatme]

The team was practicing at Father Ryan here in Nashville. Wasn't able to get out there but a couple of friends of mine did. Said the team sounded fired up.

Diz

That could be due to the spicy chicken. Ferp ferp.

Hopefully we saved some fire from that chicken wing contest.

 

[Dizzyphil]

Could be from the chicken!!!!

Only thing about practicing at Father Ryan is the field is artificial turf and LP is grass and only two days removed from Titans and Indy. Compile that with the weather we have had here, the field will play slow....could be to the Irish's advantage - maybe.

Go Irish!
Diz