Tyler Buchner took Notre Dame fans on one of the zaniest rollercoaster rides in memory on Friday while leading the Fighting Irish to a 45-38 victory over South Carolina in the Gator Bowl. The sophomore quarterback accounted for seven touchdowns – two rushing, three passing, and two pick-sixes by Gamecock defensive backs. In the end, however, Buchner’s short scoring toss to a wide open Mitchell Evans with 1:38 remaining was the difference.
More coming later (I’m exhausted and need a drink)