ncaaf Game Recap
Recap - Fighting Irish Defeat Louisville 31-24
The Cardinals came up short against the Fighting Irish in Week 5 action on Saturday, falling 31-24 at Notre Dame Stadium.
The match was decisive in favor of Notre Dame, but bettors saw the game push as the margin of victory was the same as the closing point spread. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 44.5.
Riley Leonard rushed for 52 yards, while Jeremiyah Love added 34 yards in the win. Jaden Greathouse and Jayden Harrison added 61 and 34 receiving yards respectively.
Isaac Brown rushed for 72 yards for Louisville, while Donald Chaney added 38 yards. Tyler Shough threw for 264 yards for the Cardinals, while receivers Ja'Corey Brooks and Caullin Lacy had 71 and 71 yards respectively.
Louisville outgained Notre Dame 395-280 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 19-11 by the Cardinals.
Notre Dame lost the time of possession battle 32:04-27:56, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Next game, Notre Dame takes its act home to face Stanford looking for another win. For Louisville, they head home to face SMU.