Originally Posted by
navyblue81
I'd be careful going against the Irish. Everytime it seemed like people were jumping on the other side of them this year, they showed up and then some. It's been the games where they were expected to dominate where they've struggled.
Notre Dame has a very, very solid team. I don't think they have the talent caliber of a Clemson and definitely not one of an Alabama, but they have a very good defense that I think will give Clemson some hardships in a few weeks and their offense can move the ball. They're not particulary dominant in one category, but it seems like they don't really have a weakness on their team. Not sure who will have the home crowd advantage in this game but I would imagine the Irish will travel well for this game.
My prediction is Clemson 24, Notre Dame 17. Betting wise, I would lean ND but probably will stay away. That being said, if ND won, I wouldn't be surprised. Also wouldn't be surprised if Clemson won by 10+. A very unpredictable game, moreso than they other one where I think Bama could dominate.