Wake Forest vs. Notre Dame Short Report | Nov 18, 2023
Notre Dame Stadium
Notre Dame, IN
Nov 18, 2023
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Game Recap
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish asserted their dominance over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons with an overwhelming 45-7 victory in South Bend. Led by a formidable defensive unit, the Fighting Irish allowed just one touchdown throughout the contest. The offense was marshaled by quarterback Sam Hartman, who displayed his prowess with four touchdown passes, providing a stellar performance particularly in the second half.
Wake Forest managed to tie the game in the second quarter with a rush touchdown by Tate Carney but struggled to maintain the momentum against a relentless Notre Dame defense. The Irish quickly regained the lead and put the game out of reach with multiple scoring drives. Notre Dame continued to build on their impressive season, showing strength on both sides of the ball, and fortified their Top 20 ranking.
Key Plays:
Sam Hartman (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Hartman connected with Tobias Merriweather on a perfectly executed 35-yard touchdown pass, regaining the lead for Notre Dame after Wake Forest tied the game, illustrating the trust and chemistry between the quarterback and his receiver.
Audric Estimé (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Audric Estimé bulldozed his way into the end zone from 2 yards out, capping a methodical drive and reinforcing Notre Dame's commanding position at 31-7. Estimé's powerful run exemplified the offensive line's dominance.
Jordan Faison (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Steve Angeli found Jordan Faison for a 17-yard touchdown reception, effectively sealing the game at 45-7. The touchdown showcased Angeli's poise and Faison's precise route-running.
Standout Players:
Sam Hartman (Notre Dame Fighting Irish, QB)
Sam Hartman exhibited poise and precision, completing 21 of 29 passes for 277 yards and 4 touchdowns. His leadership under center was instrumental in orchestrating Notre Dame's high-powered offense, particularly in the second half surge.
Audric Estimé (Notre Dame Fighting Irish, RB)
Audric Estimé's relentless ground attack culminated in 115 rushing yards and a touchdown on 22 carries. His physical running style wore down the Wake Forest defense and secured key first downs in critical moments.
Howard Cross III (Notre Dame Fighting Irish, DL)
Howard Cross III was a disruptive force on the defensive line, tallying 7 tackles and consistently pressuring Wake Forest's backfield. His performance was pivotal in stifling the Demon Deacons' offensive efforts.
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Wake Forest Demon Deacons
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish
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