Notre Dame is one of the few remaining independent programs in college football. Yes, they are obligated to five ACC opponents each year, but that still leaves seven open games each fall. This allows new athletic director Pete Bevacqua more flexibility to play teams nationwide and at unique locations.
For the die-hard college football fans, it is often not enough to visit South Bend each fall but to hit the road to support their team. Whether it is a neutral site or an on-campus venue, backing the Irish on the road and discovering new traditions is what makes this sport special.