EXTENDED HIGHLIGHTS | Notre Dame Football vs Central Michigan (2023)

📅 Game Recap:
On a partly cloudy day at the packed-to-the-rafters Notre Dame Stadium (77,622 fans strong), the Fighting Irish showcased their dominance, outscoring Central Michigan 20-3 in a sensational second half. This victory marks their fourth triumph of the season and further solidifies their reputation as a football powerhouse.

🔥 Offensive Firepower:
Sam Hartman emerged as the offensive maestro, delivering a stellar performance with 330 yards passing. Hartman achieved his first-ever 300-yard game in a Notre Dame uniform, making a significant mark in the history books. He showcased his prowess with three remarkable touchdowns, including a jaw-dropping 75-yard bomb to Tobias Merriweather and a breathtaking 76-yard connection with Chris Tyree. Hartman also made his presence known on the ground, adding a rushing touchdown to his impressive performance.

🏃‍♂️ Ground Game Brilliance:
Audric Estimé spearheaded Notre Dame's rushing attack, amassing an astounding 176 yards on 20 carries, including a crucial touchdown that fueled the team's momentum.

👏 Defensive Heroics:
Stepping in for the injured JD Bertrand, Jack Kiser displayed his defensive prowess by leading the team with an impressive career-best 10 tackles. His outstanding performance ensured that the Notre Dame defense remained formidable throughout the game.

👉 How It Unfolded:
The game's excitement began with a bang as Hartman connected with Tobias Merriweather for a jaw-dropping 75-yard touchdown. This marked the longest reception of Merriweather's career and showcased Hartman's precision as a passer.

Central Michigan fought back, capitalizing on a borderline roughing the passer penalty to level the game early in the first quarter. However, Notre Dame's offense answered the call with a series of impressive plays, culminating in Estimé's electrifying 17-yard touchdown run.

The first half was filled with action and controversy, including a memorable replay review of a replay review—a college football first! Despite some challenges, Notre Dame displayed resilience and quick-strike offense, with Hartman's 76-yard touchdown pass to Tyree being a standout moment.

The Chippewas put up a fight, narrowing the gap to seven points at halftime with a well-executed drive, aided by a controversial pass interference call. Central Michigan's determination persisted, resulting in a field goal to make it 21-14.

Notre Dame's explosive offense roared back to life in the second half, with Estimé's powerful 21-yard run setting the stage for Hartman's one-yard touchdown run. Central Michigan battled on, but Notre Dame's defense held firm, limiting them to a field goal.

Notre Dame sealed the deal with two field goals of their own, with key plays by Rico Flores Jr. and strong rushing by Estimé and Jadarian Price.

The game's climax came with Estimé's electrifying runs, including jaw-dropping hurdles, setting up Hartman's touchdown pass to Staes, bringing the final score to 41-17.

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