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Thoughts on Brian Kelly choosing the best DC for right now and not years down the road, where ND stacks up in Blue-Chip Ratio, and more

Notre Dame defense battled on Friday night, but Alabama started fast and made winning plays throughout the night.

Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly spoke following the Rose Bowl.

Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly spoke following the 31-14 loss to Alabama in the Rose Bowl.

Ian Book's decorated Notre Dame career is over, but his mark on the program extends far beyond Friday's loss to Alabama in the College Football Playoffs.

Alabama scored a trio of early touchdowns to set the tone, and Notre Dame never got closer than 17 points down the stretch in closing its season with a College Football Playoffs loss in the Rose Bowl.

Brian Kelly earlier this week said he expected to know the Irish's starting center situation once it was finalized on the practice field. Now, Kelly is indicating a different approach. He's also heaping praise upon this 2020 Notre Dame squad, while Nick Saban is talking about ignoring outside noise

Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly spoke about playing in the Rose Bowl upon arrival in Dallas.

Tempo's never been more important to Notre Dame's chances in a football game. That's because No. 1 Alabama is scoring points this season at a clip rarely seen in major college football. Notre Dame's best defense? That's keeping the Irish offense on the field.

Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly spoke on Monday morning as the Irish prepare for Alabama in the Rose Bowl.

Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly spoke on Monday morning.

Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly will speak on Monday morning as the Irish prepare for the Rose Bowl.

Notre Dame was represented well on the AP All-ACC teams released on Monday.

Notre Dame's offense needs to figure out a few answers before taking on Alabama in the Rose Bowl.

Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly spoke on Sunday afternoon.

Notre Dame's Brian Kelly and CFP Chairman Gary Barta discussed on ESPN the Irish's inclusion in the College Football Playoffs, where they will face-off against top-ranked Alabama. Details inside.

With control wrested from its hands, Notre Dame is waiting for College Football Playoffs Selection Sunday. The Irish have a strong case.