They were ranked #7 in the preseason poll. They finished last year #14 and added one of the top QBs in the portal, returned most of their best players, plus had a great recruiting class, which included several big-time recruits who have made big contributions.
Not to mention, Jeremiyah Love has built on 2023 and has become the best back in ND history - yes I said it again. It can no longer be denied. The offensive line, while inexperienced to start the year, is loaded with big-time recruits.
Have they had injuries? Yes, but the truth is, without the injuries, the Buckeyes would only be a slight favorite.
Make no mistake, this is no Cinderella run. Kelly built a very good roster and Freeman added to it.
Crazy to think that I’ve been more right about ND than the Domers here.
Their 5 STAR FR. LT Charles Jagusah 6' 7'' 325 who tore his pec in aug. will start. DT Cross still has a bum ankle. RG R. Spindler ankle is sprained. Fr LB KVA from St. bosco has no brace on his knee. It will be a uphill battle.