sleeper;506329 wrote:Do you really want to go back through all the Irish predictions that have fell flat over the past 20 years?
You could probably say the same thing about Ohio State, since you predict a Heisman and national championship every preseason.
I believe I said that I could scenarios in which Notre Dame loses to everyone but Army and Western Michigan, or could beat everyone. I still feel I was very close, however Harbaugh's Cardinal team is impressive. I also said the most realistic best-case (oxymoron?) scenario was 8-4 with losses to Pittsburgh, Utah, Southern Cal and one other due to the learning curve. Since Kelly's staff is 3-1 on the year in terms of coaching against opponents, I feel I was right on.
Before you jump on it, yes I completely understand the notion of "you are what you are" and Notre Dame is 2-3. But in my opinion that thought process works better in the NFL, not college. Regardless, I'm much happier with this 2-3 than at any point during last season. I feel like a broken record, but unless you're ccrunner, you can absolutely see how much more competent this team is than Weis' teams were. Last season I was livid almost every game because they were games Notre Dame had no business losing, it was decided defensive schematic disadvantage (say that five times fast) and it was terrible to watch. This season they've lost to a team because their offensive catalyst was out for a half, because of the learning curve and horrid reffing, and because the opponent was just a little bit better in every facet of the game. A child can point out which game is which.
My point is 2-3 doesn't bother me BECAUSE I LOVE MEDIOCRITY!!!!!! Just kidding, it's because I have no doubt Kelly will turn the ship around and these three losses are growing pains. Please consult the post about coaches and their first seasons for further information.
And lastly, it's "have fallen flat," not "have fell flat."
