After adjusting to South Carolina's unexpected fast pace to start the game, Notre Dame took over and only allowed seven points and 4.0 YPP after the first four drives

Notre Dame's offense had some bad, but the way Tyler Buchner was unleashed as a runner and what that meant for the running game was very good

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.

ISD photographer Rick Kimball takes you inside Notre Dame's celebration following Friday's Gator Bowl win over South Carolina.

A few thoughts from Notre Dame's 45-38 win over South Carolina in the Gator Bowl.

Notre Dame quarterback Tyler Buchner gave everything (and more) on Friday night as the Fighting Irish topped South Carolina in the 2022 TaxSlayer Gator Bowl.

What a ride it was in the Gator Bowl for Notre Dame. A fitting end to a rollercoaster season with plenty to look forward to in 2023

Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman spoke following the 45-38 win over South Carolina.

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.

Notre Dame quarterback Tyler Buchner spoke following the 45-38 Gator Bowl win over South Carolina.

Notre Dame cornerback TaRiq Bracy spoke following the 45-38 Gator Bowl win over South Carolina.

Notre Dame running back Logan Diggs spoke following the 45-38 Gator Bowl win over South Carolina.

Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman spoke following the 45-38 win over South Carolina.

ISD photographer Rick Kimball takes you inside Notre Dame's thrilling 45-38 win over South Carolina in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl.

We're live from Jacksonville all day as Notre Dame takes on South Carolina in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl on Friday afternoon.

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.”

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman explained the process of evaluating potential transfers and provided an injury update for Friday's Gator Bowl.

Each week, it's hard to predict if the Gamecock offense will show up. South Carolina hung 63 points on No. 5 Tennessee the week after scoring a single touchdown against Florida. Plus, several offensive starters entered the transfer portal ahead of the Gator Bowl.