Oregon State vs. Notre Dame Short Report | Dec 29, 2023
Sun Bowl
El Paso, TX
Dec 29, 2023
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Game Recap
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish showcased a dominant performance against the Oregon State Beavers in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl, sealing a comprehensive 40-8 victory. Notre Dame's sophomore quarterback Steve Angeli proved his mettle in his first career start, delivering 232 passing yards and three touchdowns, including an 8-yard connection with Jayden Thomas and a 13-yarder to Jeremiyah Love. Angeli's efficient 15-of-19 passing completion rate highlighted his poised command on the field.
Oregon State struggled considerably, amassing only 197 total yards and two rushing yards, as they faced a formidable and tenacious Irish defense. The lone highlight for the Beavers came from Jimmy Valsin III's 33-yard touchdown reception. Notre Dame's multi-faceted offense, led by running backs Jadarian Price and Chase Ketterer, consistently exploited gaps, accumulating 236 rushing yards. A decisive safety in the fourth quarter emphasized the Irish’s supremacy, capping off a well-rounded and dominant team performance that secured their 10th win of the season. Angeli and wide receiver Jordan Faison, who earned MVP honors with 115 receiving yards and a touchdown, were among the outstanding contributors who propelled the Irish to this resounding victory.
Key Plays:
Jayden Thomas (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
On their first scoring drive, Notre Dame covered 96 yards in 11 plays, culminating in Thomas catching an 8-yard pass from Angeli, putting the Irish up 7-0.
Jadarian Price (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Following a successful fake punt stop, Price capped a 7-play, 44-yard drive with a 1-yard touchdown run, extending Notre Dame's lead to 14-0 just before halftime.
Spencer Shrader (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Shrader converted a 44-yard field goal to start the second half strong, stretching the Irish lead to 17-0.
Jordan Faison (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Faison's 13-yard touchdown reception from Angeli, part of an 8-play, 60-yard drive, expanded Notre Dame's advantage to 24-0.
Isaiah Newell (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Newell was tackled for a 1-yard loss by the Irish defense, resulting in a safety and increasing Notre Dame's lead to 26-0.
Jeremiyah Love (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Love's impressive shifty moves led to a 13-yard touchdown reception from Angeli after a quick 3-play, 72-yard drive, pushing the score to 33-0.
Chase Ketterer (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Ketterer's 6-yard run sealed Notre Dame's dominant 40-8 victory, following a recovery of an onside kick attempt by Oregon State.
Jimmy Valsin III (Oregon State Beavers)
Valsin caught a 33-yard touchdown pass from Gulbranson, marking Oregon State's sole score in the game. This was followed by a successful two-point conversion run by Tyler Voltin.
Standout Players:
Steve Angeli (Notre Dame Fighting Irish, QB)
Commanded the offense efficiently in his first start, completing 15 of 19 passes for 232 yards and three touchdowns. Angeli's leadership and precision were pivotal in securing the Irish's comprehensive victory.
Jordan Faison (Notre Dame Fighting Irish, WR)
Awarded MVP for his performance, Faison made five catches for 115 yards and a touchdown. His ability to create separation and make big plays downfield was instrumental in the Irish's offensive success.
Jadarian Price (Notre Dame Fighting Irish, RB)
Delivered a robust performance on the ground, rushing for 106 yards on 13 attempts and scoring a key touchdown. Price's consistency in breaking through tackles provided a steady offensive rhythm for the Irish.
Jimmy Valsin III (Oregon State Beavers, WR)
Caught the only touchdown pass for the Beavers, registering 51 receiving yards. Despite the overall team struggles, Valsin's touchdown provided a rare highlight for Oregon State.
Kitan Oladapo (Oregon State Beavers, DB)
A standout in defense for the Beavers, Oladapo recorded 8 solo tackles and 3 assisted tackles. His efforts in a challenging game exemplified his resilience and determination.
References:
Oregon State University Athletics
Highlights and Touchdowns: Oregon State Beavers 8-40 Notre Dame Fighting Irish in NCAA College Football | December 29, 2023 - VAVEL USA
Oregon State Beavers vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Live Score and Stats - December 29, 2023 Gametracker - CBSSports.com
Notre Dame-Oregon State final score, highlights from Sun Bowl
Oregon State Beavers vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Box Score and Stats - December 29, 2023 | FOX Sports
Notre Dame football vs. Oregon State Beavers Sun Bowl reaction show | Irish cruise to a 40-8 win - YouTube
CFB RECAP: Notre Dame dominates Oregon State in 40-8 Sun Bowl victory - One Foot Down
Two Reasons Why Notre Dame Beat Oregon State - One Foot Down
2023 Sun Bowl Data Review: Notre Dame VS Oregon State - One Foot Down
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Oregon State Beavers
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish
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