Orange squeeze out win; Irish stunned by 2-8 team
Orange squeeze out win; Irish stunned by 2-8 team Save Email Print
Posted: 7:26 PM Nov 22, 2008
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Brandon Walker missed a 52 yard field goal in the final seconds as Notre Dame blew a 23-10 leading, losing 24-23 to lowly Syracuse Saturday on senior day at the stadium.

Notre Dame drops to 6-5 with the loss heading into the season finale at USC.

Syracuse entered the game with just a 2-8 record and fired their head coach Greg Robinson last Sunday. Robinson was coaching in his 2nd last game for Syracuse, and won for just the 10th time in four seasons.

"I feel miserable, absolutely miserable for the seniors," Irish head coach Charlie Weis said after the game. "I feel sick to my stomach."

Notre Dame was inside the 25 yard line three times and came away with just three points. ND's two touchdowns both came on Jimmy Clausen 35 yard strikes to Golden Tate.

The first gave the Irish a 13-10 lead heading into halftime. The second extended the lead to 20-10.

Tate said after the game he felt nor saw an emotion on the sidelines throughout the game. There was emotion after the game however as seniors and even captains were even crying. And in post-game interviews, the captains were devastated.

Walker made three field goals on the day, while also missing three. The first missed field goal came after the Irish blocked a punt in the 3rd quarter, but it wasn't his fault as holder Eric Maust mishandled the snap.

After Antown Bailey scored on a 26 yard touchdown to pull Syracuse within 23-17, Walker missed a 49 yard field goal.

Syracuse then took advantage of a 3rd and one pass interference call against Harrison Smith. Cameron Dantley threw an 11 yard touchdown pass to Donte Davis with 42 seconds left to give the Orange a 24-23 lead.

The loss for Notre Dame is their 14th in two seasons, the most ever over two years.

Weis received a fair share of questions after the game about where he and the program are at.

"I never pass on tough questions," Weis began to explain. "I think it's really important for me not to be making big picture analyses after a tough loss."

"I think big picture analysis questions are things you better sit back and reflect on rather than just come up and give an answer off the spur of the moment. I don't do things that way."

Weis was then directly asked if he was concerned about his job status. Weis said, "No."

Next up for the Irish, at USC next Saturday.

"You can wallow around and sit there and feel sorry for yourself," Weis said. "If you do, you'll go out to L.A. and they'll humiliate you."

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Posted by: Anonymous Location: SB on Nov 25, 2008 at 12:20 PM
Charlie was only one way ticket to this game.
Posted by: Chad Location: Michiana on Nov 24, 2008 at 03:28 PM
If big Charlie doesnt go at seasons end, that doesn't mean the kid has to remain on the sidelines! I wanted to vomit after seeing ND barely hang on against powerhouse Navy and the first person Charlie hugs is his kid who is right there next to him on the sidelines. This isn't career day, it's a job Charlie! Get the kid off the sidelines and concentrate on what is going on. You lost my respect when you showed more emotion for your child who shouldnt even be out there than you do your own players. Go back to New England, oh wait they are doing just fine without you!
Posted by: N on Nov 24, 2008 at 12:05 PM
You know, about a year or so ago, Maxim magazine did a story on the 25 worst teams in Division 1A college football. ND was on the list. As were North Carolina, Duke and Syracuse. Since the article has come out, UNC has rebounded into a solid program, and ND has continued to live up to their ranking. If you were to do a list now you'd have to put them even closer to being #1 on that list since they have now lost to UNC and Syracuse, and barely got by Duke last year.
Posted by: Bonnie Location: Michigan on Nov 24, 2008 at 10:45 AM
Why in the world is Notre Dame even being considered for a bowl appearance!?!?!?! They will be embarrassed yet again.
Posted by: WIllie Location: Niles on Nov 24, 2008 at 10:44 AM
I think Charlie Jr. is already calling the plays, Erin.
Posted by: Rabid Irish Fan Location: Standing Tall on Nov 24, 2008 at 09:36 AM
To; Rabids Reality...You don't point out the fact that I have said for a long time that if Weis stinks it up again he should be fired, what gives..No bandwagon for me, I support the team no matter what. You have to admit given the first two years Weis had we should expect great things from him. I do agree with the haters to an extent, this team is falling back into last season form, they are backsliding. I am a realist, I see the problems and I call them out every time. As far as my "where are the haters" after an ND win, well, if the shoe fits. You clowns only come out in force when they lose, admit that. I on the other hand congratulate the winning team and leave it at that, I don't insult thier coach, fans, players, DO I? I think it is obvious that there is a ton of talent on this team. That said, if players don't belive in thier coach, they will not belive in themselves. I think the players are turning on Weis, they have no spark no emotion, that comes from the top down.
Posted by: Slade Location: Mishawaka on Nov 24, 2008 at 09:28 AM
To those of you who went to the game Saturday, you missed the BEST pre-game and post-game by WNDU's Angelo Dicarlo. Angelo..its was PRICELESS. It was Good-cop (Jeff Jeffers) and Bad-cop (Angelo)...congradulations to Jeff on his 200 game at ND...didn't you say he interview Knute Rockne? Your post-game report was even better. You stood tall and your delivery was excellant. The smirk on your face wasn't because you went to Syracuse U. was it? If so, you deserve a good laugh. Cannot wait for your next post-game interview.
Posted by: Sorry Charlie Location: South Bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 09:08 PM
So much for the "superior" coaching advantage Weis was suppose to bring to Notre Dame. Maybe he should spend the off season doing some physical rehab with pal, Tom Brady? Sorry Charlie, something stinks in South Bend and it's NOT the tuna. Again, the great Dennis Green says it best, "they are who we thought they were!" Oh yeah, and that's the same Dennis Green who in 1990 coached Stanford to a win over #1 ranked Notre Dame in South Bend.
Posted by: Erin Location: South Bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 07:32 PM
What the heck, why not let Charlie Jr. call the plays during the USC game? Or, ND could ask one of its ushers or one of the concession stand workers to fly out with the team and take over the responsibility. Even better, let a chimpanzee point at plays from a choice selection. We would be hard pressed to do worse...
Posted by: JOE Location: goshen on Nov 23, 2008 at 06:03 PM
hey get off the kids throwing snowballs they jusy showing jimmy what its like to hit one of there own plus how many of his throws end up in the stands.
Posted by: larry Location: goshen on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:59 PM
INSTEAD OF PLAYING THE ND FIGHT SONG IT SHOULD BE HIT THE ROAD JACK.
Posted by: J Location: Granger on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:58 PM
I think if Charlie and his family were nicer to the community they live in, instead of demanding they be treated like kings and queens! They might not have so much hate blogs on here! AND to the one who wrote about the toliet bowl..LOL LOL hilarious! I love it! That is exactly were we are going and it is due to Charlies attitude!! He really is rude and arrogant! Shape up buddy!! Or take the boot to the toliet bowl!
Posted by: disappointed Location: mishawaka on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:38 PM
I too have met Charlie and shook his hand. He looked at me like I came from Mars. He has to come to the conclusion that without fan support, they are just a bunch of guys playing ball. The University, The Fans and the legacy of this great institution deserve more. Time to Go and take #7 with you. Give me 11 Mike Anelo's and I'll give you a bowl game and a bowl victory.
Posted by: Julie on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:38 PM
ND fans keep blaming the coaches for their losses year after year. In reality it's a curse for the pathetic behavior displayed by ND fans. Most are arrogant, ignorant, drunks - a fact proven by the behavior displayed in the stands at this game.
Posted by: N on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:31 PM
If ND gets a bowl game I will throw snowballs and ice chunks at the heads of the NCAA. Not one single person can argue that they SHOULD get one. They are terrible. 1 win this year over a team with a winning record (Navy) and they almost blew that. They almost lost to SD St. and countless others, then get embarrASSed, at home, by an 8 loss team. For the first time in school history. Next up is the powerhouse USC, a game to be played there...whew. Dont even load up the plane. Just forfeit now and save yourselves even more shame and humiliation. ND does not deserve a bowl game, huh uh, no way, no how, nada. Even if they were given one they would suck it up and lose like they always do.
Posted by: frustrared Location: s bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:16 PM
to take a quote from charlies very first interview after he was hired"...Were gonna have the most meanist nastiest, most agressive football team this univerisity has ever seen..." Well WHERE THE HELL is that team. you have an offensive line that cant block to save there lives, a qb who only cares about finding the next unopened beer bottle. and a bunch of whiney ass brats who got mad cause YOUR OWN STUDENT BODY was throwing snowballs at you. Wake up the were throwing them because of that piss poor performance we have seen for the last 3 games. CHARLIE HAS way worn out his welcome this was his senior class. YOUR fooling yourselves if you think your gonna go into USC and put up anything except a big fat 0 on the scorebored. As far as bowl games go everbody knows someone will be stupid enough to sign nd up for the big $$$ but i wouldnt put them in a bowl game they DONT DESERVE IT. my suggestion to all you juniors is shut your mouth and start playing smash mouth football.
Posted by: Charlie Location: Row 58 ND stadium on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:11 PM
I walked into the stadium just before kickoff yesterday and I see the student sections throwing snowballs. They continued throwing snowballs throughout the first quarter and cheered when someone was struck by a snowball. Obviously, they didn't give a darn about the game, team, or anybody's safety. Don't the students realize that striking a police officer with a snowball is felony battery on a law officer? Are the student's really as disrespectful as it appeared? Just a classless showing by the students yesterday. They owe a lot of people an apology.
Posted by: Jay Location: SB on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:08 PM
I love the headline lol. "Irish stunned by 2-8 team." I wasn't stunned, were you stunned? I am still in support of Jimmy. This problem is far more deep then a QB.
Posted by: Cindy Sue Lou Hoo Location: Moms House on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:05 PM
For a while there Charlie had us fooled by putting on a good show with all of Willinghams recruits. Every year since Willingham had left the team has been going down hill slowly but surely. We are just about at rock bottom. Throw up the dueces to Charlie. I met him at a restaurant in Granger and he is the rudest person you would ever meet!
Posted by: Me Location: Mishawaka on Nov 23, 2008 at 04:11 PM
Well done ND. FIRE WEISS. This moron needs to step down!!!!
Posted by: you-you Location: china on Nov 23, 2008 at 03:46 PM
AFTER READING SOME OF THESE STATEMENTS ITS TIME TO GO CHARLIE YOU HAVE RUN OUT OF PEOPLE TO BLAME BYE.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Notre dame on Nov 23, 2008 at 03:33 PM
WE WANT LOU HOLTZ BACK!!!!! COME BACK LOU!
Posted by: Tyrone Davie on Nov 23, 2008 at 03:17 PM
Can you say Brian Kelly?
Posted by: ND Fand on Nov 23, 2008 at 02:52 PM
Is it just me.....or did Weis do better with Willinghams "terrible recruits"!?!?!?!?!?
Posted by: katie Location: South Bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 02:07 PM
Charlie is a good recruiter, but a horrible play caller. Walker should have never been sent out for that last field goal attempt after his shaky season. Its time for Mr. Weis to go. He shouldn't have had the job in the 1st place. Unfortunately, ND will have to buy out a huge contract that was prematurely extended. I think the Syracuse coach is looking for a job...
Posted by: Tim Location: Goshen on Nov 23, 2008 at 01:32 PM
Re: Rabid "sore loser" Irish Fan...6 wins..San Diego St.,Stanford, Purdue,Washington, Michigan, and Navy... Impressive..your right Rabid..you can have it from here...and your welcome! Lets go Orange!
Posted by: Matt Location: Chicago on Nov 23, 2008 at 01:32 PM
Greg Robinson was totally classy following the victory. He could have used the win against SU, however, he deflected any leading question which may have lead to an inappropriate answer. He put all praise on his kids and their determination. On the other hand, Charlie probably still thinks that Jimmy deserves multiple Heismans and that ND should be in the national championship for putting up 23 on SU. Get out of town Charlie!
Posted by: Chris Location: Goshen on Nov 23, 2008 at 01:01 PM
You need to get a successful coordinator from a TOP 5 program....thats exactly what bob stoops,urban meyer,and mike leach were....I say bring in a young talented coordinator such as Lane Kiffin(USC)...Brett Venables(Oklahoma)...guys who know not only how to recruit but know what a TOP 5 program should be!! Stop going after big names and get someone who can COACH and RECRUIT...something Chuck obviously can't do! You have to make sure they are from a TOP 5 program...no flukey coaches that are 1 year wonders or someone from the WAC...get someone from USC...Oklahoma...Florida...Alabama...LSU...someone who knows what it feels like to hold that crystal football at the end of the year!
Posted by: Chris Location: Niles on Nov 23, 2008 at 12:24 PM
Charlie (and his massive ego) need to be FIRED! Get rid of Jimmy too. Worthless. FIRE CHARLIE NOW!!!
Posted by: Randy Location: South Bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 12:01 PM
I don't really care for Charlie's arrogance. When we rushed 28 times for 41 yards, and still can't return any kick with effectiveness; and we still could of won, not too bad I guess. I don't keep track of who coaches what, but three coaches must leave after this year, the offensive line coach, special teams coach; and Charlie for bringing them in. He has to be held accountable, just like any other business. If we could run, the whole season would be different, I don't know if it's the line, the play calling or it looks to me that maybe the guys up front don't care for the QB. Just a rumor, but I don't think he's too popular with the other guys on the squad. In any event, the only reason Charlie will be back next year, is because he can recruit skilled players for the NFL. It's nothing to do with his coaching abilities, sorry Charlie.
Posted by: Quentin Location: Kouts on Nov 23, 2008 at 11:55 AM
Arrogance Charlie needs to be replaced. Who? Lets list them right here. 1. John Gruden 2. Brady Hoke 3. Skip Holtz, Lou assistant. 4. Central Michigan head coach. 5. Tulsa head coach. 6. Boise St. head coach. 7. Boston College Head coach. 8. Utah head Coach. 9. Assistant coaches from USC, Texas, Oklahoma, Alabama etc. 10. Applachian State head coach, or any head coach of the six IAA teams currently ranked ahead of the Irish in the Sagarin ratings. This is really pathetic. Weis should have done better in his first two seasons!
Posted by: Rabid Irish Fan Location: Standing Tall on Nov 23, 2008 at 11:54 AM
Way to GLOAT Tim, look at earlier posts, I am in there. With this schedule they should have had eight wins. Sorry I am not the great predictor of Notre Dame football. Do you want a cookie? Your probably the same guy who would bet that the Bulls would win every game with Jordan, WOW, keep bringing us your insight. And don't get to happy I don't see football domination in the future of 'Cuse, no matter who they beat, they will still be a 3 win team. Huh, 3 wins same as ND had last season. If this is all you have to gloat about, get a life. I took Coach Weis to task in my post, as most Notre Dame fans are right now, we can take it from here, thanks.
Posted by: Lynda on Nov 23, 2008 at 11:26 AM
Na na na na na na na na hey hey hey goodbye Charlie....
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 23, 2008 at 11:16 AM
I guess a filthy, foul mouth head coach is not a great motivating factor for a Catholic University football team. This team has lacked self confidence and a true winning spirit. Shame on an administration that has allowed this to take place on it's campus. The Lady on the Dome can only weep! Someone needs to wake up the echo's and return the University to a Catholic institution in total alignment with the Pope. Notre Dame needs to walk-away from all the federal funds and become a true catholic university again.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 23, 2008 at 11:14 AM
The University is slowly losing its classiness????!! We have a campus comprised of mainly spoiled rich kids who don't know how to work to achieve anything...they live with the expectation of having the right to the things they desire. And our team.....our formerly well disciplined teams of the past have migrated into what we have now. See the end of the Stanford game this year as a prime example.....we're becoming thugs. Charlie needs to do what is best for the university he claims to love so much and step-down. I fear it is the only way we will be rid of him as he is far too expensive to fire. That is a huge problem as a guy working without fear of losing his job will be ok with giving less than 100% and I do not believe Charlie is giving 100%. Great idea below about Michigan and ND in the Toilet Bowl. Football season....formerly a great time of fun....has just become frustrating to endure.
Posted by: freddy Location: granger on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:59 AM
Did anyone notice how the ND team looked after the game. What a bunch of slobs!!! They are all looking like the coach the "the big slob" Anyone will tell you a person usually will work and play like they look. Wise up ND get a hair cut and start getting in shape for next years new coach.
Posted by: Glenda Location: Osceola on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:59 AM
I'll say it again. Weis needs to get an O Coord and a new QB coach who will teach these kids to play college not high school. We have the talent no doubt about that - just poor coaching. The D needs to quit giving up 3rd and long, especially up the middle. Get distraction little Charlie off the side-line and find some heart. When I coach I will play for the win - if one doesn't produce in the 1st half - switch it up - no matter if they are less experienced or not - they just might be hungrier. Prestige doesn't win games, players and tough coaching does. I coach mean, agrresive and heart players to win, not play soft. You will eat the pine if you show no aggression and heart on the field. Enable the competition between players if they want the job. If players want to win they had better show it. Only a blow out win in a bowl game can save my vote for this year and next year there had better be some changes for this team to keep my vote after 30 years. I'll coach!
Posted by: Joe Wishin Location: South Bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:51 AM
Sell the stadium, give the uniforms to Good Will. Notre Dame football is DEAD>
Posted by: Tyrone Davie on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:50 AM
How quickly time flies!! It was only a couple of short years ago when Charlie responded to a reporter's question concerning whether he would ever leave ND for a head coaching job in the pros..."I've got this beautiful new home. It has swimming pools...horse barns and horses...game rooms...baseball diamond....yada yada. Now why would I want to leave here?"
Posted by: GRIM REAPER on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:39 AM
SORRY CHARLIE, BRING LOU BACK.....!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: MSU_FAN...GO GREEN AND WHITE! Location: Michigan of Course on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:33 AM
Living in a area that is saturated with pathetic ND Fans, I have enjoyed watching ND struggle. 2 months before the season started, listening to the news interviews with Charlie.."Oh how great we are going to be, because we got our Swagger Back" Come on! Swagger? Between the Fans, Weis and WNDU it's like ND doesn't even have to play Football, just make ND Ranked number #1 and give them the damn trophey before the season even starts. Then have to watch ND go nuts when they beat Navy, Wow Navy. Can ND possibly get any easier schedule? Now a loss to a 2-8 Team, Suprise? No, not at all. Throwing Snow Balls = Frustration of the fans realizing that NO.#1 is actually earned and not given to, no matter how easy your schedule is. I now have to listen to the blame game of ND Fans and the winening, almost as much crying when MSU Stuck their Flag in ND's Field, a trueley great moment. Go State!
Posted by: JMS Location: Indiana on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:26 AM
ND won't get rid of Charlie no matter how bad he does because there is no way they are gonna go through the incredible embarrassement of another coach search, getting turned down again and again by even second tier applicants until they have to settle for someone twice as bad as what they got. We are stuck with Charlie.
Posted by: Greg Location: Palm Harbor, Florida on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:21 AM
I moved to Florida 3 yrs ago and brought all my Notre Dame stuff with me. Sad to say, but it's time to put it away. Time to put away that arogant coach, and I use that term loosely, Charlie on the next train to Jersey! I listened to his post game interview, what an idiot!He's draining the ND fan life out of all of us. Four years is long enough, no more suffering. It's NOT the players, it's the POOR coaching.
Posted by: Shirley Location: South Bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:16 AM
Having been a part of a ND loving family for over 50 years ,it is so pathetic to see the downfall of such a rich in tradition program. Like everyone else has written the team has no heart, no spirit. I remember when we use to collect Coke bottle caps to win prizes during football season. I remember when the locals were an important part of the SPIRIT. Greed and egoes have taken over. From the head coach to the quarter back it is a Me only atmosphere. find a coach with heart, discipline, compassion, and drive. Bring life back to the game of football. And play all games to the end. Don't start walking across the field with seconds left. PLAY FOOTBALL! One last suggestion, quit interviewing the QB. There are so many other team players who deserve recognition. Take Jimmy out of the limelight and help him to humble himself. Respect is something that is earned. A true leader realizes this. And yes, take little Charlie off the sidelines.
Posted by: jdh Location: so.bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:09 AM
Despite the football team, N.D. is a great school. The team is loaded with talent. The blame for not developing that talent falls to the coach. The head coach! He's a big fat bully who's only interest is fooling the university into thinking he's going to produce. Well four years into it and nothing. Penn State, USC, teams that produce year after year. It can be done with the right leadership. Please let Weis go, now. Oh and they will get embarassed next week at USC. And again if they go to some sort of bowl game, which they should decline. Let Ball State go instead. Ball State could beat N.D. Too bad.
Posted by: newbie Location: south bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:09 AM
pffffft, Hang in there Jimmy, you get a coach soon.
Posted by: Harley Location: South Bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:06 AM
I feel the coach that would have made a real difference was O'Leary. The team would have been motivated, the defense would have been awesome. They hired him and released him because he did not have a Masters degree. Yet he coached, lived, and new the game of football. On the otherhand they hire a sports announcer to coach football. Notre Dame deserves what they reap.
Posted by: Gene Location: South Bedn on Nov 23, 2008 at 10:03 AM
You nd lovers are getting what you deserve. You thought Fat Charlie was the next coming of God. Hope you are stuck with him until his contract expires. By then maybe you will have extended his contract another 10 years...
Posted by: Disturbed One Location: Osceola on Nov 23, 2008 at 09:02 AM
Notre Dame is officially a basketball school after yet another Charlie debacle. Chuck, please accept a buyout have a ball with the millions you "stole" from the university. You fooled us all with Willingham talent. Phil Fulmer may not be a bad choice. Heck, even Greg Robinson would be an improvement. At least he has class !!!
Posted by: frmndfan Location: S.B. on Nov 23, 2008 at 08:55 AM
There is no way an Irish team should lose a game like that, I wonder if that last minute TD before half made them more LAX than usual after getting a Lead. We have no run game so there is no time to get conservative, ND should have put up at least 40 points on that team, maybe it was to cold for jimmy to throw!I think charlies time is up! Play calling this year has been worse then the "Davie" years and that was BAD!!No way should we accept a bowl invite no way sorry seniors, its just that bad!
Posted by: Courtney Location: SB on Nov 23, 2008 at 08:52 AM
Notre Dame Football sucks!
Posted by: Big Daddy Location: Elkhart on Nov 23, 2008 at 08:50 AM
Does anyone remember when Charlie Weis had his press conference to become the new coach at ND? He stated, " we will be a smash mouth team, bringing back the nasty, tough nose player to ND, and most of all be disciplined." Boy was he lying or what. Again, I say what a joke of a person and coach. Please get rid of him he really looks bad for the University as a whole. Getting beat by a 2-8 team and to boot against a coach who is already fired? Charlie go back and talk to your buddy Bill Belachek at New England he needs you and your son.
Posted by: Craig Location: Warsaw on Nov 23, 2008 at 08:33 AM
Time for Charlie & Jimmy to be sent packing.
Posted by: paul Location: sb in on Nov 23, 2008 at 08:30 AM
its time for the fat man to gothe play calling is realy bad and they cant stop the run you run 100 yards you win stop the bleading i dont know if i can watch the usc masacure thats comming stop the BLEEDING
Posted by: Andreas Woehr Location: Homburg Germany on Nov 23, 2008 at 08:20 AM
When Will ND fire Charlie Weiss? He has not gotten his act together and its time for a change.
Posted by: Orangeman on Nov 23, 2008 at 07:54 AM
lmao..........Go charlie, Go!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Rabid's reality Location: 10 more yrs!! on Nov 23, 2008 at 07:53 AM
Are you serious Rabid? For a couple year's I've put up w/you shouting "where are all the haters" after ND beats weak opponents. For a couple of years you've been predicting a Nat'l Championship and you just now realize he's a cancer to the program and you're going nowhere? I guess better late than never. We'll move over and make room on the bandwagon. You may not be a hater but at least you agree w/us haters that your team is bad, overrated, and heading in the wrong direction. Your superstar QB is nowhere near as good as the ND Nation has made him out to be. He's as much of a fraud as Charlie. Your best play is for him to drop back and throw it as far as he can and hope Golden saves him again. I will say Tate is one of the best WR I've seen in a long time but he probably wishes he were at Florida catching 2 tds and 150 yds each week while actually winning games. As for me, I hope Charlie gets another 10 year extension. I look forward to watching them each week.
Posted by: Margaret Location: South Bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 07:36 AM
What an embarrassment!!!! I was SO hoping that Syracuse would pull it off and they did. Navy almost got you last week-by all rights ND should have lost that game too. Maybe this is God's way of letting the people who supposedly run ND that it is time for a change...I had a family member that worked there and I know how they treat their employees...like crap unless you went to ND and are snobs and haughty like Charlie. This is to the priests...get rid of the MBA people and take back the University and return it to how it was in the past when they cared about people and not MONEY!!!!!!!!
Posted by: STEVE Location: GOSHEN on Nov 23, 2008 at 07:33 AM
Well I guess its time to forget football and start wachting ND basketball both men and women are rank so is the women soccer something that only football can hope for with Charlie.
Posted by: Tim Location: Goshen on Nov 23, 2008 at 07:09 AM
Forgot one thing?..Whats up with the fans throwing snowballs at the bench of the Irish? As this coaching debacle unfolds..the University is slowing losing its classiness too! ND image now sits in question also.
Posted by: Donna Location: South Bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 07:06 AM
Did You notice that Kyle McCarthy did not play much in the 4th quarter? I suspect Weis pulled him because he ia senior with another year of eligibilty, so Weis replaced him with seniors that are definitely leaving. Another HUGE MISTAKE by Weis. Look at MSU game when Kyle did not play and the following week's game when he was not back to full strength. The Syracuse game should not have been lost. Big coaching mistakes.
Posted by: dana Location: south bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 06:42 AM
HOW MILLONS ARE YOU GETTING FOR LOSING THREE MONTHS A YEAR NOT BAD AT ALL.
Posted by: Patrick Location: Benton Harbor on Nov 23, 2008 at 06:34 AM
No More Excuses Charlie, I think the NFL needs you more than ND. ND needs a Steve Spurrier or a Nick Sabien, with all the talent ND has, it is embarrassing.
Posted by: Tim Location: Goshen on Nov 23, 2008 at 06:31 AM
First off congrats to Syracuse and all Orange fans like myself...especially Angelo Dicarlo of WNDU...it has to be hard to be partial when you cover one team and your heart is with another. Good Job Angelo! Next..ND fans must look at Weis and his future...in my opinion...Charlie should of been canned a week ago with Greg Robinson as neither have got the job done over the last four years...Finally...where is Rabid Irish fan and the others who thought ND was an 8 win team this year?...I told you all 13 weeks ago that the Irish were no better than 6-6...and it looks like I was right! TOLD YOU SO! actually they should be 5-7...Navy should of beat them...its over folks...the Charlie Weis era is OVER! Look for a change after the holidays. Up next week a drubbing from USC...look for a 40pt plus win by the Trojans.
Posted by: Brian Location: Plymouth on Nov 23, 2008 at 06:22 AM
Charlie isn't worried about losing his job? I wouldn't be either if I knew I could fail, get fired, and get a multi-million dollar buy-out. I think most of us could retire and never work again on the payout he will get. When he sued for malpractice, he should have sued for the surgery not even working. He's still a fat slob!
Posted by: larry Location: elkhart on Nov 23, 2008 at 06:14 AM
LOSING 14 GAMES IN TWO YEARS WE ARE SO SORRY KNUTE MAYBE IF YOU CAN TALKED TO LOU OR SKIP ABOUT COMING HOME.
Posted by: Steve Location: Goshen on Nov 23, 2008 at 06:10 AM
Gator Bowl the only Bowl we are heading for is the Toilet Bowl with are COACHING, USC will beat us 72-ZIP
Posted by: was Location: goshen on Nov 23, 2008 at 06:04 AM
ND NEEDS A COACH NOT A SLOBBING BULLDOG ON THE SIDELINES
Posted by: hhy Location: south bend on Nov 23, 2008 at 06:01 AM
We sure missed M.H play calling this week I never seen him 4th and 40 and what happen to are timeouts plays not getting that fast or what, two blocked punts both time ball on 20 yard line and no points the ND QB had more pass to the stands then his own teamates.
Posted by: JAMES Location: GOSHEN on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:44 AM
I bet poor Knute Rockne was rolling in his grave THANKS COACH.WE NEED LOU.
Posted by: steve Location: elkhart on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:41 AM
Maybe yoy better think about getting a job at Hannas house
Posted by: stan Location: goshen on Nov 23, 2008 at 05:39 AM
Charlie maybe its time to back to the N.F.L.because college coaching is not working for you and us the great ND fans.
Posted by: Go Blue Location: Michigan on Nov 23, 2008 at 04:52 AM
Is it Jimmy or Charlie or is it both? I say re-match Michigan vs Notre Dame in the Toilet Bowl sponsered by Ty-D-Bol. For what its worth, Notre Dame Fans treat opposing fans better than Ohio State Fans. Actually better than any other stadium I`ve been too.
Posted by: Rabid Irish Fan Location: Standing Tall on Nov 23, 2008 at 12:53 AM
I look forward to Senior Day every year. I make it my priority to have tickets for that game, I did go to the game. Are you kidding me, 'CUSE. This team looked unready to play, no emotion, they have nothing left. When our fans were throwing snowballs at our OWN BENCH, I got a bad feeling. What is going on, many of you know how I feel about the Irish, hence, RIF as my handle. I have stood up for Coach Weis and defended him to no end. Those days are over, he is not a head coach, plain and simple. As true fans (fairweathers stop reading now)we must realize this, we are becoming fans of a team that has lost it's desire. Time for a change. I will still remain Rabid in my love for all things Notre Dame, but, Weis has got to go. I listened to his full post game talk, he avoid questions, three times. Who does he think he is. He even said they were fair questions. He said he is not worried about his job or losing it rather. Get a clue Charlie, two SUB .500 teams in a row. Unless we beat USC!?!
Posted by: Charles Location: Berrien on Nov 23, 2008 at 12:18 AM
Sure seems to me Charlie is hyped on himself and not the team. You do not see another coach on the side lines in sweats and his son side by side. I think Charlie is more about his son than the team and the college history. He is running the legend into the ground and may never recover. Can only say Rest in peace Coach Rockne it will end soon I pray
Posted by: Paula Tejando Location: Teu cú on Nov 23, 2008 at 12:17 AM
Football is for pansies. Soccer is a real man's sport.
Posted by: T.R. Location: Granger on Nov 23, 2008 at 12:01 AM
All the ND haters out there have every right to make fun of us! ND really is the laughing stock of college football now! I wanted to love Charlie and I jumped on the bandwagon, but it hurts to be let down so many times. And to think, I was upset when Lou lost 4 games in a season! I tell my kids how ND used to be a power and they look at me like I'm crazy. I just can't take it anymore, I'm not going to waste my Saturday's next year if something doesn't change. I just don't have anything left to give. The one bright spot for me this year has been watching our friends in Maze and Blue have such a wonderful year. Yeah, they have a great one in Ritchie too!
Posted by: Linda Location: Bristol on Nov 22, 2008 at 11:56 PM
When are you people going to realize that it's only a GAME. We need to remember that and get on with life. ND is SUPPOSE to be a place of learning. I'm being to wonder if the college has forgotten this is the main purpose not sports. I'm sick of hearing everything about ND daily.
Posted by: tony Location: south bend IN on Nov 22, 2008 at 11:49 PM
Well if we cant have Holtz Sr lets get Holtz Jr
Posted by: Tim on Nov 22, 2008 at 11:45 PM
Who will Charlie blame this loss on? It was brilliant for him to take over playcalling for cupcakes like Navy and Syracuse (what timing?)...but wait, he lost to the bigger cupcake of the two! Maybe Little Charlie will get to call plays against USC. At least it won't be Big Charlie's fault then.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 22, 2008 at 11:38 PM
The house that Rockne built being disassembled a brick at a time. Notre Dame not only has a lossing coaching staff but a failing administration. Oh how sad can anything be done?
Posted by: Anthony on Nov 22, 2008 at 11:27 PM
ND FAN ... I have been defending Weis since day 1, and I do love the recruits he is bringing in, but you know it is ND the players are coming to, so really I think any1 could get top recruits there. So I say be gone with Weis, I love the Fullmer idea... Lets not waste a possible championship season next year because we dont have the mastermind we thought we had. Cant let these recruits go to waste... concerend life long ND fan!!!
Posted by: Slade Location: Mishawaka on Nov 22, 2008 at 11:16 PM
One good thing I saw during this game and it was at the end. The Syracuse coach..Coach Robinson was a class act during his after game interview. This coach may have been fired at Syracuse but he will show up at another school and do good. Who would ever thought Michigan and Notre Dame would be so bad during the same year? Lets see next week how classy the USC coach will be....I'm betting he will run up the score in the 60's or 70's. Its still hard to believe the Irish can go to a bowl game this year. I think the ratings will be great for that game...why? To watch ND get humiliated.
Posted by: Matthew Location: Niles on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:44 PM
We get what we deserve. This loss could not happen to a nicer guy. Charlie is eating the humble pie.
Posted by: Done Location: Elkhart on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:43 PM
It's official, I'm done with Notre Dame until Charlie goes somewhere else. I have been a fan for 36 years and I don't think I have seen a team so poorly prepared. (even in the Faust years) I have boxed up all of Notre Dame stuff and will be packing it away in the basement. Thanks Charlie for sucking the life out of this fan...I think you finally broke my will.
Posted by: Gary Location: Raleigh, NC on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:31 PM
I Think Something Needs To Be Done If Not Charlie Fire The 0-Line Coach And Powlus. Also It Was Senior Day Where Was There Leadership To Pump Up The Under Classman It Seams To Me We Have A Team Of Individuals Not A Cohesive Unit.
Posted by: norm Location: mishawak on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:29 PM
I've got two tickets for Charlie Weis. Take number 7 and leave tonight . They deserve each other
Posted by: Susan on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:22 PM
Chuck Chuck, Chuck Chuck, Chuck Chuck!! Cut our loses and CHuck CHuck!!! GO IRISH!!!
Posted by: LORI on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:15 PM
Michigan fan - like you have alot to talk about. What a year you are having. Worry about your own team. We know our team is doing bad and we are tired of it. We want something done. We are tired of excuses.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: ND on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:12 PM
ND will WIN all but one next year...YOU ARE THE FIGHTING IRISH....
Posted by: Jeff Location: Goshen on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:07 PM
Something has to be done quick! That coach from Syracuse would be an improvement. How about Phil Fulmer?
Posted by: matt Location: laporte on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:01 PM
It is time for ND to cut their losses and show Charlie the door! What a waste of time waiting for this team to improve. It gets harder and harder to be a ND Fan when the AD continues to believe that this program is"going in the right direction".
Posted by: ed Location: mishawaka on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:01 PM
you lost to a team in 4yrs that went 9-35 c'mon get it together. how can the president of nd. let notre dame embarress themselves again. penn state has an 80yr coach who can win games. mr super bowl himself cant. well usc will crush the irish. next week at halftime it will be.usc 35. irish 3 thats if walker can kick just sad very sad): tear tear for ole notre dame
Posted by: Steve Location: Mishawaka on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:01 PM
It's official,I'm ashamed to be a N.D. fan.
Posted by: Disturbed One Location: Osceola on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:00 PM
This guy supposedly groomed Tom Brady. He can't groom top talent or himself.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Mish on Nov 22, 2008 at 10:00 PM
3 Years charlie has lost it for the seniors, next year again. GO IRISH GO
Posted by: stew Location: south bend on Nov 22, 2008 at 09:48 PM
Well thanks Charlie with all those number one players you get from all over the U.S.A. the only bowl we can go to is the toilet bowl, If only that had a coach with all that talent you would think that they could beat 2-8 TEAM maybe its time to go back to the N.F.L.were these kid go after then been coached and are ready turn into men and are pros, man block a kick and end up with a 4th and 40 some coaching there how many points did you leave on the field today and sure was wise to use all the timeouts with 10 minutes left in the game heck if I was one of your recriuts for next year who would blame them from pulling out and go with a winner you can not beat one winning team this year or a losing one WE THE FAMILY OF ND SURE COULD USE A GOOD COACH WE NEED LOU A WINNER.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 22, 2008 at 09:48 PM
Syracuse???....Syracuse???? Say, you remember that coach awhile back....Charlie...Charlie.....something-or-other....
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 22, 2008 at 09:46 PM
Hey Charlie......adios amigo!!
Posted by: John Location: Elkhart on Nov 22, 2008 at 09:26 PM
HA HA HA HA HA HA way to go Charlie.
Posted by: brian Location: south bend on Nov 22, 2008 at 09:19 PM
pathetic
Posted by: Ken Location: Mishawaka on Nov 22, 2008 at 09:12 PM
How long must we as fans put up with this poor coaching and excuse making. Please let work out a deal to let him go. He has proven that he is not a good HC and that he is out of touch with what needs to happen to rebuild this program.
Posted by: Michigan Fan Location: Niles on Nov 22, 2008 at 09:11 PM
Today, is a beautiful day.... I love to see the Irish lose!!! One would think with all their pompous money they could buy a winning team!! LOL
Posted by: Debra Location: South Bend on Nov 22, 2008 at 09:05 PM
You've got to be kidding me right? Fans throwing snowballs at the team? They should be taken down and beaten the crap out of em...Any fan would stick by their team win or lose... Good God
Posted by: Charlie Weis Location: All you can eat buffet on Nov 22, 2008 at 09:05 PM
USC 200 ND 7 - ND is down 200 - 0 with 10 seconds to go and Weiss comes in as a receiver eligible. Clausen fires it into the corner of the end zone and Weiss outmuscles, CORRECTION, Weiss out weighs the USC secondary for the ball. ND breaks the ice. Clausen hugs Weiss in the end zone. Hayden talks about how ND showed grit in not allowing their team to be shut out. Hayden says that ND isn't that far away and if they beat the University of Way Ward Wanderers in the **** Bowl that ND will finish with a winning record and have momentum going their way for the 2009 season. GO ND GO ND GO ND
Posted by: Jim Location: Spring Hill, FL on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:50 PM
As a former resident of Granger for over 20 years, it really hurts to see ND loose these type of games. I think its time for Charlie to get his leg fixed and hit the trail
Posted by: Daryle Location: South Bend on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:45 PM
Notre Dame needs to fire Weis immediately. Today's game was the culmination of two years worth of complete disintegration. This team is fundamentally unsound on offense, defense and special teams. This a result of poor coaching overall and a lack of leadership at the top. There are several nationally known outstanding college coaches who will be on the market this year. Notre Dame needs to act now.
Posted by: Mark Location: Mishawaka on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:43 PM
I love it! LOL And next week is USC? I don't see this ending well for Fat Charlie. These are HIS recruits, nobody else's. And you Domers have another seven years of this guy? HA! Good luck with that! Go Buckeyes!
Posted by: Bob Location: Osceola on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:37 PM
The Irish have sank to a new low. Losing to Syracuse? Something must be done to end this suffering for ND fans. C'mon ND, lets do something right with the football program and find the right man for the head coaching job. Start searching now because I don't see Charlie doing any better. Offensive Genuis, yah....Right.
Posted by: Dustin Location: Mishawaka on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:33 PM
Again snatching defeat from the jaws of victory. Notre Dame should have had this put away by halftime. Sure, Walker missed a few field goals, but it should not have been that close to begin with. Four years into the Weis era, where is the growth? Where are the halftime adjustments? Has the program improved since Willingham (and his recruits) left the building? I do not believe that Weis should be fired, or even resign, but this program has got to show improvement and quick. The offense was anemic so Charlie took over offensive playcalling. A Syracuse team that had been outscored 94-20 in the fourth quarter this year outscored ND 14-0. This is progress? There was a time when Notre Dame would refuse to go to a bowl if they felt they did not deserve to go. I wish that level of integrity still existed there. What other embarassments await the Notre Dame football program in 2008?
Posted by: Bill Location: South Bend on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:33 PM
Bye Bye Charlie....
Posted by: Jim Location: South Bend on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:31 PM
Fire Weis
Posted by: nick Location: mish on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:29 PM
you have to feel bad for the seniors, but u dont have to feel bad for the coaches. i like weiss and think he has an idea on what he wants to do, and he can recruit with the best of them. but does the university let him go, or the others around him go. i think its evident amongst the other ND fans that the o-line really hasn't improved, so let Latina go. Was Powlus ever that good of a QB or is his only claim to fame the movie "Happy Feet", ...oh wait that was penguins. The offense has nothing, i think that goes back to the o-line and Latina. I know Weiss picked these guys, but is it time to let old friends go? Good luck next week in sunny Calf., that plane ride back might not be so sunny.
Posted by: Anon Location: SB on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:22 PM
Go Syracuse!
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:13 PM
hahahahahhahahahahahhahaha
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:07 PM
what?????????????????????
Posted by: Road Dog Location: West Side on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:04 PM
I feel for the "Big Guy".Talking about taking out the wash and airing out the laundry is only half the battle.Where will he go from here?
Posted by: Tom Location: SB on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:03 PM
Charlie needs to go!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Fed Up Location: Not with You on Nov 22, 2008 at 08:02 PM
Where's Lou
Posted by: Lynda Location: Niles on Nov 22, 2008 at 07:52 PM
Well, are we are FINALLY going to get a new coach...........???
Posted by: Gregor Location: North Liberty on Nov 22, 2008 at 07:39 PM
It's time for Charlie to say Good-Bye.I can't believe that Notre Dame's A.D. can suppport these types of losses.As a Notre Dame grad I see the fall of N.D.'s Empire.Charlies "Ego and Sarcastic" attitude has shamed our program.He has no reason to brag about a "Bowl" game as he should decline to coach beyond this point.Charlie, get your leg fixed and move on and leave Notre Dame and Granger.
Posted by: ken Location: sb on Nov 22, 2008 at 07:37 PM
Fire him PLEASE. Charlie go away!

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