After what proved to be an exceedingly wild weekend of college football when all was said and done, the page turns and Notre Dame prepares for its first real physical test of the season in their trip to NC State. This game has been labeled a “trap” so often I don’t think it can be considered one anymore.
Irish fans were thrilled to have relaxing second halves in the first couple of games, but they are also looking forward to seeing what the Irish look like for the first time against a more physically capable opponent. NC State did not overly impress in their opener against Uconn, but they emerged victorious and will surely be fully prepared emotionally to greet Notre Dame.
Let’s take a look at this week’s confidences & concerns.