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The Review: Notre Dame's defense overwhelms NC State

Jacey Zembalby: Jacey Zembal10/13/25JaceyZembal
K.K. Smith
Notre Dame sophomore wide receiver K.K. Smith caught a 18-yard touchdown pass that gave the Fighting Irish a 17-7 lead in the third quarter on Saturday. (USA Today Sports photos)

Notre Dame’s defense has allowed 27 points over the last three games and set the tone in its 36-7 victory over NC State on Saturday.