Pittsburgh vs. Notre Dame Short Report | Oct 28, 2023

Chris Tyree electrified the stadium with an 82-yard punt return touchdown, showcasing his speed and vision as he weaved through Pittsburgh's special teams unit, putting the Fighting Irish on the scoreboard early and setting the tone for their dominant performance.

Audric Estimé bulldozed his way for a 15-yard touchdown run, exploiting a well-blocked lane by the offensive line. This score doubled Notre Dame's lead and underscored their control over the game's tempo.

Estimé continued his dominant performance with a 10-yard touchdown rush, showcasing his power and elusiveness. This score marked his second touchdown of the game and further buried Pittsburgh under an increasing deficit.

Jaden Mickey's interception and 43-yard return for a touchdown was a pivotal play that demoralized Pittsburgh. Mickey read the quarterback's eyes perfectly, stepping in front of a poorly thrown ball to deliver the crushing blow to the Panthers' hopes.

Ramon Henderson capitalized on a mishandled snap by Pittsburgh, scooping up the loose ball and sprinting untouched into the end zone for a 6-yard touchdown. This heads-up play demonstrated Notre Dame's defensive opportunism and added to their insurmountable lead.

Estimé put the final nail in Pittsburgh's coffin with his third touchdown of the day, a 5-yard run that exemplified Notre Dame's relentless ground attack. The touchdown not only secured the blowout but also highlighted Estimé's crucial role in the offense.

In a rare bright spot for Pittsburgh, Nate Yarnell connected with Konata Mumpfield for a 25-yard touchdown pass. The throw was a glimmer of hope amidst a difficult day, showcasing Pittsburgh's potential despite the scoreline.

Steve Angeli's 19-yard touchdown pass to Cooper Flanagan capped off the scoring frenzy, demonstrating Notre Dame's depth as even the backup quarterback found success against a beleaguered Pittsburgh defense.