Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman led his team to a convincing victory over Indiana in the first game of the 12-team College Football Playoff era. The No. 7 Fighting Irish defeated the No. 10 Hoosiers 27-17, with Jeremiyah Love’s record-breaking 98-yard touchdown run setting the tone for the game. Notre Dame’s win secures them a spot in the quarterfinals, where they will face Georgia in the Sugar Bowl on January 1st.
Despite a late surge from Indiana, including a touchdown and successful onside kick recovery, Notre Dame maintained their lead with another touchdown and field goal. The Hoosiers struggled to generate offense, with quarterback Kurtis Rourke facing multiple sacks and the team failing to convert on crucial plays.
Notre Dame’s dominance was evident in the halftime stats, with the Irish outgaining Indiana in total yards and maintaining a significant lead on the scoreboard. Throughout the game, Notre Dame’s defense pressured Indiana’s offense, forcing turnovers and limiting their scoring opportunities.
The victory for Notre Dame marks a strong start to the College Football Playoff era and sets the stage for an exciting matchup against Georgia in the quarterfinals. With standout performances from players like Love and quarterback Riley Leonard, Notre Dame’s success in this game highlights their potential for a deep playoff run.
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