Summary
Notre Dame decided not to participate in a college bowl game after not being selected for the College Football Playoff, which led to criticisms including from Fox analyst Joel Klatt. Klatt argued that skipping the game could lead to regrets for the players and is not consistent with the team's usual approach.
Key Facts
- Notre Dame was not chosen for the College Football Playoff despite having a 10-2 season record.
- The team decided to skip a college bowl game they were invited to participate in.
- Fox sports analyst Joel Klatt criticized this decision, saying the players might regret it later.
- Klatt noted that the decision seemed to be a reaction to their exclusion from the playoff.
- Klatt mentioned that bowl games and practices are important for player development.
- He praised Coach Marcus Freeman and said Notre Dame has strong recruiting.
- Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love is a finalist for the Heisman Trophy, which will be announced on December 13.
