... BCS bowl game this year.  It also cost them a chance at the National Championship next year.  How so, you ask?

A few weeks ago, I felt Notre Dame was a legitimate contender for next season’s national championship game. 

Then, they played against USC and despite the painful loss I felt more then ever that next year they were going to be a force. 

Yes, their defense needs some work, but assuming they return everyone on offense and stay healthy, they should easily head into the Coliseum in the final week undefeated. 

Jimmy Clausen is a top-five quarterback in the nation and probably the best overall passer.  Golden Tate and Michael Floyd are hands down the best wide receiver duo and TE Kyle Rudolph is top-ten and pro...

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