Tigers, Irish Ready for Battle

Notre Dame (5-3) hosts fourth ranked Clemson (8-0) on Saturday evening in the marquee game of this season’s home schedule. The Fighting Irish have built a semblance of momentum over the past two weeks. They are riding a strong ground game, an improved defense, and lights out special teams as they strive to reach their full potential. Meanwhile, the Tigers view Notre Dame as the last major obstacle on their cruise to an undefeated regular season and a berth in the College Football Playoffs. NBC will televise the game beginning at 4:30 pm Eastern time.

Coach Dabo Swinney is in his fifteenth season at the school since being hired midway through the 2008 campaign. Swinney’s record is 158-36 with…