Nov 30 | Stanford

[gkIrish]

Have they set a time for the game yet?

7:00

 

[ThePiombino]

7:00

Thank God. That noon shits was NOT gonna work for me lol

 

[Irish2155]

Thank God. That noon shits was NOT gonna work for me lol

When is the last time you saw a west coast game kick off at noon? Just asking.

 

[ThePiombino]

When is the last time you saw a west coast game kick off at noon? Just asking.

3PM EST?

 

[ulukinatme]

From the Stanford/Oregon game...just thought it was funny

 

[irishff1014]

From the Stanford/Oregon game...just thought it was funny

That's classy....

 

[STLDomer]

“@Miller_Dave: If #NotreDame beats Stanford, are the Irish unofficial Pac-12 champs? They have wins over Arizona State and USC earlier this year.”

Starting to smell the roses!!

 

[ACamp1900]

By they lost to Pitt

Anyway... if ND protects the ball they'll have a chance to win...

 

[BGIF]

Stanford -14

Vegasinsider

 

[tko]

Stanford -14

Vegasinsider

Diaco just scratched his head and knocked his wig off.

 

[ACamp1900]

They are beggin people to bet on ND... I wonder how much of that is the assumption peps will bet heavy on Stanford?? Or do they really think ND is a heavy dog?

 

[ulukinatme]

Let me know if I have this down right:

Stanford loses to Utah, "They weren't playing 'Stanford ball,' Utah got lucky."
Stanford knocks of UCLA and Oregon "See? They can still play in the NCG"
Stanford loses to USC, whom we beat "They lost to a rebounding USC team that's relevant again, it doesn't matter, they can still win the PAC-12!"
If we upset Stanford "Stanford is rebuilding this year, they're not that good."

 

[ab2cmiller]

Let me know if I have this down right:

Stanford loses to Utah, "They weren't playing 'Stanford ball,' Utah got lucky."
Stanford knocks of UCLA and Oregon "See? They can still play in the NCG"
Stanford loses to USC, whom we beat "They lost to a rebounding USC team that's relevant again, it doesn't matter, they can still win the PAC-12!"
If we upset Stanford "Stanford is rebuilding this year, they're not that good."

If we beat 4 PAC-12 teams this year, I guarantee that they will start talking about how the PAC-12 is overrated and is on par with the Big Ten

 

[tko]

I have to say I really don't care about the final score of this game. What I want to see is ND come out with a physical presence to match Stanford. This s/b a war between these two teams. Set the tone early that you're not going to get pushed around and bullied.

 

[rtrn2glory]

agreed...i'd like to see us come out on the road and say bring it on, come out swinging and punch them in the mouth a bit. not a total david and goliath or tyson vs douglass, but similar mindframe.

 

[rikkitikki08]

ND 21

Stanford 17

-14? I knew Stanford would obviously be favored but that line seems a bit drastic

 

[phork]

By they lost to Pitt

Anyway... if ND protects the ball they'll have a chance to win...

Keys to victory for ND:

No turnovers
Score more points
.....
$$$Profit

 

[rikkitikki08]

Keys to victory for ND:

No turnovers
Score more points
.....
$$$Profit

Interesting theory, i would like to see a field test to discover how accurate that key to victory may be on a week to week basis.

 

[Pachuco]

Keys to victory for ND:

No turnovers
Score more points
.....
$$$Profit

Haha, perfect strategy.

I would like to include pick up fumbles, if any, from the opposing team.

 

[rikkitikki08]

Haha, perfect strategy.

I would like to include pick up fumbles, if any, from the opposing team.

Sheldon Day is not amused

 

[Whiskeyjack]

OFD's Larz just published a film review regarding why our running game has taken off recently:

Since the second half of the Air Force game we've seen an increase in run plays that use a lead blocker. Guards, running backs, tight ends and even receivers have all been used in a lead blocking role. This makes sense. While the Irish shouldn't abandon their zone blocking scheme, the reality is they are limited by a lack of mobility at the quarterback position. Since defenses don't have to worry about Tommy Rees running, they can easily gain a numeric advantage in the run game. By using plays that incorporate a lead blocker Notre Dame is able to even out the numbers in the run game. This adjustment has paid dividends for the Irish running game recently. Now all the coaching staff has to do is figure out a way to run the ball against Stanford. Might be time to bring in a few fullbacks. Anyone have a year of eligibility left?

Makes sense. I guess trying to run the ball with an immobile QB and a zone blocking scheme doesn't work very well.

Week 11 F/+ ratings:

ND
Overall - 23
Offense - 13
Defense - 35
ST - 57

SU
Overall - 3
Offense - 23
Defense - 5
ST - 2

We match up pretty well. Probably comes down to whether our DTs, ILBs, and Ss can stop Stanford's power running game.

 

[BGIF]

Interesting theory, i would like to see a field test to discover how accurate that key to victory may be on a week to week basis.

Kelly's teams are unbeaten when they score more points than the opposition.

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Matt Hegarty listed as the starter at center w/ Mark Harrell & Conor Hanratty listed as co-backups. Shumate & Hardy co-starters at safety.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/statuses/405378786176167936">November 26, 2013</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23NotreDame&src=hash">#NotreDame</a> HC Brian Kelly: “Stanford is a veteran football team. Well coached. Plays physical on both sides of the ball.”</p>— Irish Illustrated (@NDatRivals) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDatRivals/statuses/405380904836558848">November 26, 2013</a></blockquote>
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[Emcee77]

OFD's Larz just published a film review regarding why our running game has taken off recently:



Makes sense. I guess trying to run the ball with an immobile QB and a zone blocking scheme doesn't work very well.

Week 11 F/+ ratings:



We match up pretty well. Probably comes down to whether our DTs, ILBs, and Ss can stop Stanford's power running game.

We should use Prosise as a fulltime fullback/H-back, somewhat like we used Daniel Smith, but more so, like line him up in the backfield. I was at the BYU game last weekend (God it was cold) sitting in the gold seats for the first time ever, so I had a pretty up-close look at the players, and every time Prosise took the field I was impressed by how thick his lower body is. This guy is powerfully built. I would love to see him used as a lead blocker more often.

On the way home I listened to the Official ND Postgame show, and Reggie Brooks was making a similar point to the above-quoted one ... with Rees not a threat to run, we need to get more non-OL blockers involved in order to avoid giving the defense a numbers advantage. I think Prosise could be the answer.

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK - We play our 4th top 25 team this year and the best team we'll play in Stanford. That have a swagger and a confidence.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/405381156440244225">November 26, 2013</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23NotreDame&src=hash">#NotreDame</a> HC Brian Kelly points to Tyler Gaffney and David Yankey as players that exemplify Stanford’s physical play.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/statuses/405381236887003136">November 26, 2013</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK - Pick whoever you want to talk about on Stanford's defense. They all play with a passion and an attitude.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/405381568648065024">November 26, 2013</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly on Stanford safety Jordan Richards: "I think he's one of the most underrated players in the country."</p>— Blue and Gold News (@BGInews) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGInews/statuses/405381631029936128">November 26, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>“Shayne Skov is a leader on defense and plays with a passion and demeanor you want your inside backers to play with.” - Kelly</p>— Irish Illustrated (@NDatRivals) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDatRivals/statuses/405381629792636928">November 26, 2013</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK - We are excited about playing Stanford - it's a challenge we are looking forward to.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/405381769710424064">November 26, 2013</a></blockquote>
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