In July 2014, after speaking at a banquet in Troy, then-Michigan State defensive coordinator Pat Narduzzi was reminded of the game that wasn’t much of one.
“So,” the question started, with a hint of sarcasm, “what happened in that game against Alabama?”
Narduzzi looked down, shook his head and said something interesting.
“We’ll get them when it matters,” he said.
In other words, with a national championship on the line.
Narduzzi has since moved on, taking over as Pittsburgh’s coach.
But no doubt he’ll be watching with interest when those championship hopes are on the line Dec.