Notre Dame football has been adamant about its independence for as long as anyone can remember. In 2014, Notre Dame gave in–at least a little bit–to the ACC, agreeing to a partial membership in football. Notre Dame would play five ACC games per season, but keep its independence, its television contract, and all the advantages of being independent.
This year, however, it would seem that the ACC is trying to send a subtle hint as to what it really wants from the Notre Dame football program.
With a hat tip to Pete Sampson of The Athletic, it seems that the ACC isn’t too happy with the advantages Notre Dame enjoys as an independent.