In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr break down what they learned from rewatching Notre Dame’s playoff win over Indiana from last month. They discuss key moments, player performances, and how these insights apply to Ohio State’s preparation for the upcoming national championship game against the Irish.
Topics include Notre Dame’s rushing attack, defensive strengths and weaknesses, special teams play, and how Ohio State can exploit mismatches.
The Rundown
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Welcome
00:13 Revisiting Notre Dame’s Playoff Game
00:47 Big Ten’s Performance in the Playoffs
03:11 Notre Dame’s Rushing Analysis
04:16 Jeremiyah Love’s Impact
06:39 Notre Dame’s Offensive Challenges
10:08 Riley Leonard’s Passing Game
17:32 Notre Dame’s Path to Victory
19:57 Concerns for Notre Dame’s Defense
21:46 Notre Dame’s Young Secondary Faces Challenges
22:39 Comparing Notre Dame’s Defense to Previous Opponents
25:14 Key Players and Their Performances
34:26 Special Teams and Miscellaneous Observations
40:53 Upcoming Games and Final Thoughts
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