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Five Thoughts: How Notre Dame's defense continues to morph the big picture

Eric Hansenby: Eric Hansen6 hours agoEHansenND
Notre Dame defense
Notre Dame's defense held Pitt to season lows in points (15) and total yards (219) in dominating the host Panthera on Saturday. Frank Hyatt/Blue & Gold

Notre Dame’s 37-15 win at Pitt showcased a defense playing its best football of the season, a rebuilt O-line rising to its toughest test, and CJ Carr showing poise despite mistakes. With special teams still a work in progress, the Irish are winning with edge, urgency and unmistakable playoff intent.

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