Notre Dame is an excellent team that, like Ohio State, barely missed the playoffs. But that doesn't mean there aren't a few key weaknesses.
Notre Dame had an excellent season, especially considering the kind of injuries the Fighting Irish have faced. From defensive tackle to running back and quarterback, several key contributors have been out of commission at various points this season. It was supposed to be the start of the "Zairera" with Malik Zaire at quarterback, but his early injury made DeShone Kizer an earlier-than-expected starter (and there's the chance he never would have started with Brandon Wimbush right behind him).