East Rutherford, NJ
Oct 26, 2024
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Notre Dame delivered a decisive 51-14 victory over Navy at MetLife Stadium, handing the Midshipmen their first loss despite their distinguished unblemished start. The Fighting Irish capitalized on an unprecedented six turnovers committed by Navy, leveraging them into substantial scoring opportunities. Crucially, Jaylen Sneed's fumble recovery in the end zone epitomized Notre Dame's defensive tenacity.
Quarterback Riley Leonard showcased both his arm and leg prowess, throwing two touchdown passes and running for another score. Jeremiah Love's 102-yard, two touchdown effort capped off an eight-game streak with a rushing TD, further accentuating the offensive firepower the Irish wielded throughout the matchup. Notre Dame's efficient execution and strategic adjustments firmly cemented their advantage, ensuring a comfortable lead by halftime and controlling the game's tempo thereafter.
Riley Leonard (Notre Dame)
Leonard began Notre Dame's offensive onslaught with a 1-yard touchdown rush, inaugurating a series of Irish dominance that efficiently bridged Leonard's dual-threat abilities.
Adon Shuler (Notre Dame)
Capitulating Nassau's early fumble woes, Shuler snagged a fumble and returned it 28 yards, situating the Irish in advantageous field territory, which catalyzed their opening quarter success.
Riley Leonard (Notre Dame)
Executing a concise 6-yard touchdown pass to Kris Mitchell, Leonard proficiently extended Notre Dame's lead and signaled Nebraska's continued defensive struggles.
Jeremiyah Love (Notre Dame)
Jeremiyah Love stamped his authority with a dynamic 64-yard touchdown run, highlighting his explosive speed and ability to scythe through the Navy defense.
Blake Horvath (Navy)
Horvath broke free for a 47-yard touchdown run, representing a rare moment of offensive precision amid Navy's challenging day.
Jaylen Sneed (Notre Dame)
Sneed's opportunistic fumble recovery in the end zone epitomized Notre Dame’s defensive superiority and added a crucial six points to further cement their lead.
Kedron Young (Notre Dame)
With the game firmly in hand, Young added the final points with a 4-yard rushing touchdown, providing a fitting end to the Irish's offensive barrage.
Riley Leonard (Notre Dame, QB)
Orchestrated a multifaceted offensive approach with 178 passing yards, two touchdown passes, and a rushing TD, extending his season total to 11 rushing scores.
Jeremiyah Love (Notre Dame, RB)
Amassed 102 yards and two touchdowns on the ground, perpetuating an eight-game rushing TD streak, and reinforcing his status as a critical offensive weapon.
Jaylen Sneed (Notre Dame, LB)
Reclaimed the ball in enemy territory consistently, recovering a key fumble in the end zone that epitomized Notre Dame's defensive supremacy.
Blake Horvath (Navy, QB)
Amassed 129 rushing yards with notable carries that included a 47-yard touchdown run, offering rare glimpses of brilliance amid adversity for the Midshipmen.
Jack Kiser (Notre Dame, LB)
Anchored the defensive front with nine tackles, consistently stymying Navy's attempts to advance, contributing significantly to their turnover woes.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
14
17
13
7
51
Navy Midshipmen
0
7
7
0
14