... been known for their strength of schedule, frequently getting ragged on by the press and fans for not facing big time programs outside of USC and, in some instances, Michigan.

Over the last few months, however, the Irish have added Texas and Miami (FL) to their future schedules, in addition to the two-game series they set up with Oklahoma that begins in 2012 (the same year they play Miami).

Could it be a money thing? Additional national exposure? Pressure that came from almost being forced into a conference? With Notre Dame, you can't rule those out. But perhaps this is Notre Dame's latest foray into the 'Return to Glory' that started eight years ago, but has yet to pan out.

There's no doubt Brian Kelly seem...

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