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Notre Dame Week 12 highlight — fumble recovery leads to touchdown

Notre Dame converts after the Xavier Watts fumble recovery.

After a slow start, No. 8 Notre Dame’s offense may have gotten untracked against the Virginia Cavaliers following a fumble recovery by [autotag]Xavier Watts[/autotag].

The Fighting Irish moved the ball 88 yards over 9 plays, taking 3:42 off the clock. The drive was capped off by an 8-yard touchdown pass from quarterback [autotag]Riley Leonard[/autotag] to wide receiver [autotag]Jayden Harrison[/autotag].

The touchdown has given the Irish a 14-0 lead against Virginia late in the first half on Senior Day in South Bend.

Notre Dame wide receiver Jayden Harrison (2) catches a pass in warm up before a NCAA college football game against Florida State at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, in South Bend.

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Notre Dame Week 12 highlight: Xavier Watts recovers fumble

Notre Dame gets a big fumble recovery.

No. 8 Notre Dame has struggled to get its offense untracked on Senior Day in South Bend. The Fighting Irish were about to get the ball back from the Virginia Cavaliers when [autotag]Max Hurleman[/autotag] couldn’t handle a punt.

Virginia appeared poised to cash in the turnover for points when [autotag]Rod Heard II[/autotag] put his helmet on the ball, which was being carried by Kobe Pace. Notre Dame safety [autotag]Xavier Watts[/autotag] recovered.

The Irish now have the ball back and are driving about midway through the second quarter. Whether the Irish managed to score on this drive or not, at least they kept Virginia off the scoreboard for a little while longer.

The score remains 7-0 in favor of Notre Dame.

Day after: Final thoughts on Notre Dame’s top-25 win over Louisville
Sep 28, 2024; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish safety Xavier Watts (0) celebrates after an interception against the Louisville Cardinals in the second quarter at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images

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Notre Dame Week 12 highlight: Jeremiyah Love keeps TD streak alive

Jeremiyah Love keeps his streak alive.

Who else but [autotag]Jeremiyah Love[/autotag]?

The Notre Dame running back now has at least one touchdown in 10 straight games.

Love’s score came after the No. 8 Fighting Irish got a short field thanks to a mistake by the visiting Virginia Cavaliers.

Love ran the ball in from four yards out to cap a 4-play, 25-yard drive that took 1:52 off the clock.

Notre Dame will be looking to avoid the upset on Senior Day. So far, so good.

Oct 26, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jeremiyah Love (4) rushes for a touchdown during the first half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Notre Dame Week 12 highlight: Former Irish muffs kickoff

Notre Dame gets a gift to start the day.

No. 8 Notre Dame is hosting Virginia today, and the opening kickoff nearly turned into a Fighting Irish touchdown.

The thing is, the Irish were kicking off.

Former Irish player [autotag]Chris Tyree[/autotag] muffed the kickoff and Notre Dame special teamer [autotag]Max Hurleman[/autotag] appeared to recover it for a touchdown.

However, since it was a muff and not a fumble, by rule Notre Dame could not advance the ball.

Nevertheless, the Irish were setup with great field position to start their final home game at Notre Dame Stadium this year.

Notre Dame football drops its game trailer against Purdue
Notre Dame running back Chris Tyree (25) runs the ball against Purdue linebacker Jalen Graham (6) during the second quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021 at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend.

Cfb Notre Dame Vs Purdue

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Notre Dame football schedule: Are the Irish playing today? 

Is Notre Dame playing today? Here’s a look at the schedule and the games to come. 

Will the No. 8 Notre Dame Fighting Irish be on the field today in Week 12 of the college football schedule?

Following a decisive victory over Florida State last week, Notre Dame is hosting the Virginia Cavaliers this week.

Notre Dame should be able to handle business against a less-talented Virginia team. The Fighting Irish need to, since they are continuing to push for the College Football Playoff and probably can’t afford another loss.

Notre Dame schedule

  • Aug. 31: at No. 15 Texas A&M (W, 23-13)
  • Sept. 7: vs. Northern Illinois (L, 16-14)
  • Sept. 14: at Purdue (W, 66-7)
  • Sept. 21: vs. Miami (Ohio) (W, 28-3)
  • Sept. 28: vs. No. 22 Louisville (W, 31-24)
  • Oct. 5: Bye
  • Oct. 12: vs. Stanford (W, 49-7)
  • Oct. 19: at Georgia Tech (game played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta)(W, 31-13)
  • Oct. 26: at Navy (game played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey) (W, 51-14)
  • Nov. 2: Bye
  • Nov. 9: vs. Florida St. (W, 52-3)
  • Nov. 16: vs. Virginia
  • Nov. 23: vs. No. 16 Army (game to be played at Yankee Stadium in New York City)
  • Nov. 30: at USC
  • Record: 8-1
Notre Dame jumps on some key lists.
Notre Dame linebacker Jack Kiser (24) lines up during a NCAA college football game against Florida State at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, in South Bend.

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Is Howard Cross III playing today? Injury updates for Notre Dame defensive line

Notre Dame defensive lineman Howard Cross III is dealing with a left ankle injury. Here are the latest updates.

(This story was updated to add new information.)

No. 8 Notre Dame defensive lineman [autotag]Howard Cross III[/autotag] has a left ankle injury and will miss Saturday’s game against the Virginia Cavaliers.

The Fighting Irish have used a stout defense to push their way towards the College Football Playoff, and Cross has been one of their best, if not their best, defensive linemen all season long. His loss will hurt, though it is not expected to be long-term.

Graduate running back [autotag]Devyn Ford[/autotag] is also unavailable for today’s game.

Howard Cross injury update

Cross could return as soon as next week for the Irish’s tilt against No. 16 Army in New York.

“It’s not a long-term thing, but our doctors made the determination he’s going to be out this week,” Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman said Monday, according to the South Bend Tribune. “We hope to get him back the following week depending on how the rehab continues to happen.”

How long will Howard Cross be out?

Cross might miss just one game, but it’s hard to say for sure.

Notre Dame defensive linemen depth chart

[autotag]Rylie Mills[/autotag] and [autotag]Donovan Hinish[/autotag]will be tasked with stepping up — Mills had a monster game last week against Florida State. [Armel Mukam[/autotag] and [autotag]Sean Sevillano[/autotag] are other depth options.

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Notre Dame baseball adds another signee

Notre Dame has another big baseball signing.

[autotag]Mason Barth[/autotag] has committed to Notre Dame baseball.

Barth, who plays on the Canes Midwest travel team, is a shortstop and right-handed pitcher from St. John, Indiana.

Like [autotag]Will Jaisle[/autotag], Barth is an Indiana kid staying in the state to play in South Bend. He comes out of Andrean High School.

Barth’s fastball has hit 90 mph.

Along with the athletic Jaisle, this marks two key signings for Notre Dame Fighting Irish baseball within the past two days.

All eyes might be on football and basketball right now, but the baseball season will be here sooner than you think.

Notre Dame announces starting pitchers for series vs. Tennessee Tech
Jun 21, 2022; Omaha, NE, USA; A practice ball sits on the dirt before the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports

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Notre Dame baseball gets big commitment

Notre Dame baseball gets a key commitment.

Notre Dame baseball has gotten a commitment from right-handed pitcher [autotag]Will Jaisle[/autotag].

The Batesville, Indiana product will be staying in state. Batesville is located southeast of Indianapolis.

Jaisle is 6-foot-1, 205 pounds and also plays quarterback. He threw for a school record 55 touchdowns for Batesville High School. He also played running back and safety.

In addition to pitching, Jaisle has played catcher, outfield, and corner infield.

The class of 2025 product will be bringing more than a little bit of athleticism to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish baseball team when arrives on campus in South Bend.

Notre Dame announces starting pitchers for series vs. Tennessee Tech
Jun 21, 2022; Omaha, NE, USA; A practice ball sits on the dirt before the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports

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Hannah Hidalgo added to another key award watch list

Notre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo is being watched for a prestigious award.

Notre Dame sophomore guard [autotag]Hannah Hidalgo[/autotag] is on the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) Wade Watch List. She’s among 15 players being watched as a potential winner of the oldest, most prestigious player of the year award.

She was a Region I finalist for the 10-member WBCA Division I Coaches All-American team last season. Hidalgo is averaging 23.5 points per game, 8 rebounds per game, and 6 steals per games through two games so far this season.

She had 28 points against the Purdue Boilermakers on Sunday, which lead the Fighting Irish in scoring during their victory.

Hidalgo has already been named an AP Preseason All-American and the Preseason ACC Player of the Year.

If Hidalgo keeps it up, her trophy case could look mighty full when it’s all said and done.

Notre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo adjusts her headband during an exhibition game against Davenport on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024, at Purcell Pavilion in South Bend. Notre Dame won 101-41.

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Xavier Watts named as semifinalist for major award

Xavier Watts is one of 20 semifinalists for a major award.

Notre Dame safety [autotag]Xavier Watts[/autotag] is a semifinalist for the Bednarik Award.

Watts has been one of the best, if not the best, defensive players for the No. 8 Fighting Irish, and now he might get rewarded for it.

The Bednarik award, named after Chuck Bednarik, was founded in 1995 by the Maxwell Football Club and given to the best defensive player in college football.

Watts has 35 tackles — 22 solo — one forced fumble and three interceptions so far this season.

Other semifinalists include Iowa’s Jay Higgins, South Carolina’s Kyle Kennard, and Jahdae Barron and Anthony Hill Jr. from Texas. There are 20 semifinalists overall.

Xavier Watts could be headed for another national award this fall
Oct 19, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish safety Xavier Watts (0) celebrates after an interception against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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