Notre Dame is once again in the conversation for a College Football Playoff spot. However, the Irish hope to actually make good on those expectations, unlike last year when they started 6-0 and lost five of their final six regular season games.
Getting to the playoff is a combination of several factors. Notre Dame's best players have to play well, but also stay healthy and eligible—which has been an issue for the past two years. As we've seen, things can go south when things don't line up.
Which players are the most indispensable for Notre Dame in 2015?