Notre Dame, IN
Sep 28, 2024
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Notre Dame emerged victorious in a closely contested encounter against Louisville, winning 31-24. The Fighting Irish dominated the first quarter, amassing an impressive 21-7 lead by capitalizing on three consecutive drives featuring touchdowns orchestrated by Riley Leonard, including a key connection with Jaden Greathouse and a rushing score by Leonard himself. A sturdy defensive play by Notre Dame disrupted Louisville's advances, notably through Xavier Watts' second-quarter interception and a defensive display that held strong during a critical phase.
Louisville displayed admirable resilience, spurred by Tyler Shough's dynamic quarterback performance. Despite turnovers, Shough accounted for three touchdowns, keeping the Cardinals in contention through a fourth-quarter push that featured Brock Travelstead's record-breaking 56-yard field goal. However, Notre Dame effectively sealed their triumph with a decisive touchdown pass from Leonard to Jeremiyah Love. Notre Dame’s strategic proficiency and defensive solidity, alongside key offensive executions, underscored their comprehensive performance.
Tyler Shough (Louisville)
Louisville's Tyler Shough launched the game with a significant 10-yard touchdown pass to Isaac Brown following a fumble recovery, seizing an early lead and fueling their initial momentum.
Jeremiyah Love (Notre Dame)
In response, Jeremiyah Love powered through Louisville's defense with a six-yard rushing touchdown, capping off a 12-play drive and equalizing the score 7-7.
Xavier Watts (Notre Dame)
Xavier Watts executed a pivotal interception for Notre Dame, returning it 34 yards to set up a scoring opportunity, contributing significantly to the Irish's defensive prowess.
Brock Travelstead (Louisville)
Brock Travelstead set a Louisville school record with a crucial 56-yard field goal, slicing Notre Dame's lead to a single score and adding tension to the closing quarter.
Riley Leonard (Notre Dame)
Riley Leonard's critical 32-yard touchdown pass to Jeremiyah Love extended the lead to 31-17, reinforcing Notre Dame's control and showcasing his offensive leadership.
TJ Quinn (Louisville)
As the game intensified, TJ Quinn delivered a key sack on Riley Leonard, momentarily halting Notre Dame's momentum and offering Louisville a final chance to even the score.
Isaac Brown (Louisville)
Louisville commenced the game explosively with Isaac Brown catching a 10-yard pass from Tyler Shough after a fumble recovery on the kickoff, taking an early 7-0 lead and setting the stage for a competitive night.
Riley Leonard (Notre Dame, QB)
Riley Leonard demonstrated exceptional quarterback play, contributing decisively with three total touchdowns and showcasing a balanced offensive strategy through passing and rushing engagements.
Tyler Shough (Louisville, QB)
Tyler Shough stood out with his passing acumen, orchestrating three touchdown passes despite the pressure and achieving a commendable 264 yards through the air to keep Louisville competitive.
Jeremiyah Love (Notre Dame, RB)
Jeremiyah Love was a dynamic force in both rushing and receiving, embodying a dual-threat capability that helped underpin Notre Dame's offensive strategy, including a 32-yard scoring catch.
Brock Travelstead (Louisville, K)
An essential part of Louisville's effort, Brock Travelstead set a new school record with his 56-yard field goal, exemplifying his accuracy and reliability under high-stakes circumstances.
Xavier Watts (Notre Dame, DB)
Watts showcased defensive prowess with a key interception that reversed the game's momentum towards Notre Dame, proving vital in blunting Louisville's offensive drives.
Ja'Corey Brooks (Louisville, WR)
Brooks capitalized on two touchdown receptions to reinforce Louisville's passing attack, including a spectacular diving effort that narrowed the points gap late in the game.
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Louisville Cardinals
7
7
0
10
24
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
21
3
0
7
31
