Notre Dame’s defense knocked out Syracuse quarterback Eric Dungey in the early going and proceeded to terrorize the Orange with a barrage of sacks and interceptions as the Irish defeated Syracuse by 36-3 on Saturday. Alohi Gilman snagged two interceptions and Jalen Elliott had one in the first quarter to start the avalanche. Khalid Kareem and Kurt Hinish fired up the pass rush and neither Dungey nor backup Tommy DeVito had a chance in the pocket. Meanwhile, Ian Book showed no adverse effects from his injured ribs as he threw for 292 yards and two scores. Chase Claypool, who is quietly emerging as a star performer, caught a touchdown pass and made several other clutch, athletic receptions for the Irish.
Defense Powers Orange Crush
