The advantages for Saturday’s game between Notre Dame and Florida State are clear.
The Irish are better than the Seminoles in most categories, and chances are they would be ahead in a few of the others if their game against Wake Forest hadn’t been postponed. The biggest edges the Irish have come on defense. They’re far ahead of the Seminoles in every defensive category, and they might even get some help from the penalty discrepancy between the teams.
Even though the Irish only have played twice, it’s surprising to see the Seminoles ahead in passing offense despite starting their third quarterback in four games Saturday.
Jordan Travis might even get a little help from his kick and punt return teams since there’s a slight advantage there. He and the Seminoles don’t seem to have much trouble picking up first downs.
None of that, however, will make a difference if they can’t score, and the Irish have a unit that can ensure almost at will.