After a weak-ass performance computer failure last week, the Anti-Preview was definitely lacking. And now you bastards have to wait until gameday to read this weeks Ant-Preview. Bummer.
That was last week. One big fucking bummer. It sucked. But, we and the team must move on and Rise Up and Strike. (I know it was corny, but there is logic to this madness).
Notre Dame is a good football team. Good but not great. Why? The defense is lacking. What was thought to be an improved unit from a 2008 squad that was young and hungry, has turned out to look slow and fat on McDouble’s. That reason alone is why Notre Dame is 4-2 and not 6-0. That reason is why people are kind of mentioning Jimmy as a Heisman contender and not as the front runner- as he should be.
But enough of that. This is the time, and Boston College is the team. Aren’t we tired of hearing about streaks that aren’t about smashing the opposing team? Of course we are- of course they, are. This is the start of a 3 game stretch that could really boost this team back into the hunt for a BCS bowl with solid (meaning not close) wins.
Let’s roll…
Boston College. Yep. 6 games in a row. It hasn’t been pretty either. The losses to Boston College have been as devastating to the program as the losses to U$C. More so, maybe. At least when we lose to U$C, people expect it because of “talent differential.” However, when Notre Dame loses to Boston College, it generates questions that Irish fans put in the deepest darkest places of their minds. How? How did BC make mighty Notre Dame look like Akron? How?
The Eagles have an explosive running back with Montel Williams Harris. Right now he is pretty much carrying his team each and every week with 756 yards and 10 touchdowns. He is also the “Bazooka” back. Or something like that. He is however, more of a one man show with a Notre Dame Slayer first-year quarterback in Dave Shinskie. Shinksie has been so-so with a 50% completion percentage and a TD/INt ratio of 9/4.
At home the Eagles are 5-0, but on the road there are 0-2 and have been outscored 73-21 to Clemson and Virgina Tech. Not exactly something that strikes fear in the hearts of men. But, they are a thorn in the sides of the Irish faithful. A nemesis:
What should you be drinking? Usually this is one of the easier categories for me. This week, I was presented with a little bit of a pickle. No, I could not be safe and choose one of the many fine Samuel Adams beers. We need booze, and we need it festive style- Boston Tea Party style.
Irish Tea:
- 1 oz. of Jameson
- 1 teabag (lol)
- 1 oz. milk or cream
- 1 tsp. of sugar
Brew tea in hot water for 3-5 minutes, then strain out tea. Add whiskey and other ingredients, then serve… a lot of them.
What should you be eating? Fuck the theme for a second. This is Subway Domer’s World’s Greatest Cheap Chili. Believe that.
- 1-1.5 pounds of ground beef
- 1 large sweet onion chopped
- 1 can Joan of Arc kidney beans
- 1 can of store-brand sliced tomatoes (preferably one with celery, and peppers)
- 1 package of store-brand chili seasoning.
Brown the meat until the pink is almost gone, then add the onions. Saute for a few minutes. Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Serve with cornbread. Fuck Boston.
What should you be wearing? I’ve been trying to stop you people from wearing this years “The Shirt.” I have failed miserably. Last week was supposed to be a green out in the stadium for EVERYONE. The only green I saw was the grass and the student body.
So go ahead. Wear the 2009 The Shirt. Be corny. Join the “Sea of Flesh.” Go on. Do it. And look at how stupid you look in a few years. I’m sorry. It had to be said.
Now to the rundown. Due to time restraints, I’ll make this quick.
Offensive MVP: Golden Tate
Defensive MVP: Manti Te’o
Sleeper: Robby Parris. He’s back bitches.
Something else to watch: The new free safety- either Jamoris Slaughter or Sergio Brown.
Is there a trophy? Uhh, there is two trophies on the line.
This is the only rivalry game in existence, that I have heard of, that contains two trophies to the winner. The one depicted to the left is called The Ireland Trophy. It was created by the Notre Dame Student Government as a sign of goodwill and sportsmanship. The second is called The Frank Leahy Memorial Bowl.
This second trophy (and the one that I have yet to see) gives this game its unofficial name- The Leahy Bowl. This is after legendary ND and BC coach Frank Leahy. Frank coached BC during the 1939 and 1940 seasons leading the Jesuits to a 20-2 record. He than left for his Alma mater, ND. BC fans will say he was stolen away, but remember… they are idiots and are insanely jealous of ND.
The all-time series is tied at 9-9 after the Irish have struggled with it’s “little brother” for the last decade. This year and next year are important games for both teams in this series, as they are not scheduled to play each other after the 2010 game in Chestnut Hill.
So who’s gonna win? Irish 38-20. The Irish air assault will be too much for BC to handle and Clausen throws for over 350 yards and 3 TD’s. The defense gets its bearings back a bit and holds back BC for much of the game.
Here is a final bit on this game. It means nothing compared to fighting for your life against cancer. Just a little fatherhood from me to you, and of course a video to help you understand.
