Notre Dame returns home to take on a very formidable foe this week as undefeated and fifth-ranked Clemson heads to South Bend. While this matchup won’t feature two playoff-caliber teams battling it out for supremacy, this game still has meaning, and impact, and presents a terrific opportunity for the Irish to make a huge statement.
Getting this marquee win won’t be easy. Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney is an elite national championship-winning coach who has a talented roster coming off a bye. Notre Dame will have to play by far its best game Saturday night to pull off the upset.
Is it possible, sure? How likely is it? That’s the big question.
Let’s take a look at some confidences & concerns for the Irish as they enter this marque matchup under the lights.