For both squads, this is an important opportunity to get things back on track before it all derails. For Notre Dame, it’s another opportunity to grow.
Neither the Irish or Eagles have had an easy start to the conference schedule, and there are never many easy games in the ACC. While a 0-3 start might not completely ruin either teams season, this is an important stretch for the Irish.
January is a difficult month for the young, Mike Brey-led Irish.
Five of the eight opponents Notre Dame faces in January are ranked.