It wasn’t easy, but a battered and bruised Notre Dame team managed to avert a collapse after its thrilling win over Clemson last week by dispatching upset-minded Boston College Saturday. The Irish needed another strong performance out of quarterback Ian Book as the offense picked up a tired defense to move a step closer to a playoff semifinal spot.
Oregon is a perfect 2-0 despite needing a second-half rally to get past Washington State during the weekend.