Four rising programs and four falling programs in college football
How big is this season at Notre Dame? Even President Barack Obama has chimed in, punctuating one of those cheesy, pay-to-yuk-it-up political fundraisers in Indianapolis by stating Notre Dame football is an issue “we may not resolve within my four years.” Yeah, well, everyone knows how to run a program until you’re in the Big Chair. Take heart, Irish fans. Captain Hope has just given your team more oomph this fall. Anyone who thinks ND coach Charlie Weis won’t use this as motivation — hey guys, the leader of the free world thinks you blow! — thinks a national playoff is coming soon, too.
Weis and the Irish have been beaten down for two years now while developing young, dynamic players. The coach is feeling heat, the players are insulted, the storm is brewing.
sportingnews.com
5/21/09
Magnolia Tribune
