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Rewatch Notes | Notre Dame Defense vs Michigan State

Notre Dame dominated Michigan State on defense with a 33.3% havoc rate
September 21, 2026
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One drive where the Notre Dame defense gave up a 53-yard pass followed by a 15-yard run. That was pretty much it for a defense that is only allowing 3.8 yards per play through three games.

Even the other drive that resulted in points for Michigan State was based on them having a short field where they settled for a field goal. And it still took the Spartans 12 plays to travel 36 yards.

The second half was again dominant with the Irish only allowing 1.

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