The Fighting Irish defeated the No. 19 Gamecocks 45-38 in the Gator Bowl on Friday by running 22 offensive plays that produced gains of 10+ yards, including two of the biggest pass plays of the season.
No. 21 Notre Dame outgained the Gamecocks by a 356-111 yard margin in the second half to wrap up the 2022 season with a 45-38 win over a ranked SEC opponent.
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It's been 112 days since Tyler Buchner last suited up. Despite missing so much time, the sophomore quarterback has progressed quickly during bowl prep. “After 14 practices, I think he's ready to roll,” Freeman said. “He's been magnificent in practice.”
With the Midshipmen primarily in cover zero, The Irish produced just 12 yards of offense and zero points in the second half. Offensive coordinator Tommy Rees says he won't let that happen again. "If you’re going to play that way," he said, "we would welcome that."