When 2022 gets here, or if it gets here, Notre Dame will be playing an opponent for the first time in school history. UNLV will be making the trek to South Bend on October 22, 2022 and will get a guarantee of $1.35 million for their troubles.
UNLV Director of Athletics Desiree Reed-Francois released the following statement in regards to the future match-up:
“Nothing says college football history more than playing a game at Notre Dame,” said Reed-Francois. “We are looking forward to taking our team and our fans to South Bend for what is sure to be a memorable experience.”
Some St. Patrick's Day News: Rebels To Make Historic Trip To Play Notre Dame 🔴🏈☘️https://t.co/gytupEsAeb pic.twitter.com/GbFxO5d6ef
— UNLV Football (@unlvfootball) March 17, 2020
This game is a result of Notre Dame wanting to schedule Cal in 2022 but Cal having to move their date with UNLV to make things work that year.
If you’re wondering, the Rebels aren’t exactly a powerhouse, having appeared in just two bowl games the last 20 seasons. In their 42 seasons of playing college football, they’ve gone to a post-season game just four times altogether.